In our previous blog post ‘Electrolytes: Why They Matter for Exercise and Recovery‘ I covered what electrolytes are and their benefits in terms of fitness and performance. Although electrolyte supplementation is something that I recommend and do myself, it can be a bit of a minefield in terms of what products to buy.
Although a lot of this is down to trial and error and taste preference, I thought that it would be helpful to share some of the products that I and the DMC can recommend.
So what ratio is optimal? There’s no single “optimal” electrolyte ratio for everyone, as individual needs vary based on factors like activity level, climate, and health conditions. However, a general guideline suggests a sodium-to-potassium ratio of around 3:2 to 5:1, with sodium being the most crucial electrolyte to replenish, especially during intense exercise or sweating
Below are some of the Top electrolyte brands and information on their content:
Fast & Up Reload
Contains Vitamin B12 & C to aid in recovery
- SODIUM: 180mg
- POTASSIUM: 77mg
- MAGNESIUM: 20mg
- CHLORIDE: 122.87mg
- CALCIUM: 12.5mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- per tablet
Ultimate Electrolytes
A premium electrolyte powder designed to support hydration, provide energy, and overall well-being.
- SODIUM: 500mg
- POTASSIUM: 500mg
- MAGNESIUM: 150mg
- CHLORIDE: 0
- CALCIUM: 0
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per scoop
High 5 Zero
A light and refreshing sugar-free electrolyte drink with zero calories that makes it easy to stay hydrated throughout the day
- SODIUM: 250mg
- POTASSIUM: 70mg
- MAGNESIUM: 56mg
- CHLORIDE: 0
- CALCIUM: 9mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 4g serving
Hydro
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians, these hydration tablets are high in B vitamins and gluten-free.
- SODIUM: 345mg
- POTASSIUM: 65mg
- MAGNESIUM: 8.1mg
- CHLORIDE: 269mg
- CALCIUM: 102mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 1 tablet portion
Phizz
Including vitamin A, B Vitamins, Vitamin C (375% of your daily dose), powerful antioxidants and the 4 key electrolytes you lose through sweat (sodium, potassium, magnesium and zinc)
- SODIUM: 320mg
- POTASSIUM: 115mg
- MAGNESIUM: 56mg
- CHLORIDE: 229mg
- CALCIUM: 0
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 1 tablet serving
Mobu
High in potassium and chloride. Contains 120 tablets.
- SODIUM: 200mg
- POTASSIUM: 188mg
- MAGNESIUM: 60mg
- CHLORIDE: 478mg
- CALCIUM: 54mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per serving
Electrolyte Powder
Made in the UK. High in Sodium and Potassium delivered in powder form.
- SODIUM: 207.64mg
- POTASSIUM: 166mg
- MAGNESIUM: 15mg
- CHLORIDE: 0
- CALCIUM: 12.8mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 1 scoop
WeightWorld Electrolyte Complex
Each capsule is a convenient source of vital minerals like Calcium, Magnesium, Chloride, Potassium and Sodium, which can keep you feeling at your best while on a ketogenic diet.
- SODIUM: 100mg
- POTASSIUM: 250mg
- MAGNESIUM: 75mg
- CHLORIDE: 380mg
- CALCIUM: 125mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 1 tablet serving
Keto & Fasting Electrolytes
Advanced Rapid Rehydration Formula with a Balanced Magnesium, Sodium, Potassium & Chloride Blend – Suitable for Ketogenic Diets.
- SODIUM: 600mg
- POTASSIUM: 300mg
- MAGNESIUM: 45mg
- CHLORIDE: 408mg
- CALCIUM: 0
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 3 tablet serving
Precision Hydration
Multi Strength Effervescent Hydration Tablet – Low Calorie, Gluten Free, Vegan/Vegetarian Friendly, Mild Citrus Flavour.
- SODIUM: 750mg
- POTASSIUM: 125mg
- MAGNESIUM: 12mg
- CHLORIDE: 0
- CALCIUM: 24mg
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per tablet serving
LMNT
A clean zero sugar electrolyte mix with a powerful science-backed blend of sodium, magnesium, and potassium.
- SODIUM: 1000mg
- POTASSIUM: 200mg
- MAGNESIUM: 60mg
- CHLORIDE: 0
- CALCIUM: 0
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 1 sachet
Per4m Hydrate
- SODIUM: 120mg
- POTASSIUM: 320mg
- MAGNESIUM: 80mg
- CHLORIDE: 0
- CALCIUM: 0
- PHOSPHATE: 0
- Per 1 scoot
This is by no means an exhaustive selection of electrolyte supplements but it’s the ones we’ve tried and can recommend. If you have any recommendations of your own then get in touch and maybe we’ll give them a trial.
te supplements but it’s the ones we’ve tried and can recommend. If you have any recommendations of your own then get in touch and maybe we’ll give them a trial.
Davie McConnachie
Davie McConnachie is an award-winning coach, entrepreneur, speaker and founder of DMC Fitness. Since 2005, he has helped thousands of people transform their health, build strength, improve performance and develop a lifelong relationship with fitness.
Through his own experiences of adversity, recovery and personal growth, Davie has developed a coaching philosophy centred on resilience, self-mastery and sustainable progress. His mission is simple: to help people become stronger, healthier and more capable in every area of life while falling in love with fitness along the way.
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