A classic 20-oz bottle of Gatorade contains salt and potassium electrolytes to replenish what is lost through sweat. Sports drink consumption in the U.S. exceeds $10 billion annually. The category has evolved beyond athletes and is now marketed as wellness products. Despite advertising claims, medical professionals advise that unless experiencing heavy sweating or rapid water loss, additional electrolyte supplements are not needed. Adequate hydration can be achieved through water intake and a varied diet rich in fruits and vegetables, which provide necessary electrolytes in small amounts.
Drinking water and eating a varied diet including fruits and vegetables will suffice for most people without the need for expensive electrolyte drinks. Experts say that unless you are sweating heavily or losing water rapidly, extra electrolyte supplements are unnecessary.
Electrolytes, which include sodium, potassium, and magnesium, help your cells maintain equilibrium and communicate with one another, but the average person typically gets enough from their diet.
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