The 10 Best Electrolyte Powders (We Tested Over 20)
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The best electrolyte powder or supplement will vary from person to person and situation to situation. Suppose you’re running a marathon in a hot, humid climate. In that case, you might want to reach for an electrolyte drink mix with a higher sodium content than, say, a severely dehydrated, hungover person just trying to get their headache to go away (in which case, a lower sodium content will be fine). I spoke with experts and tasted powders galore to narrow down your hydration options to options worth sipping, like my top pick, Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier.
Overall, you want to find something with a good balance of electrolytes, sugar, and carbohydrates. And make sure you’re drinking water daily—no magic powder...
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