Brain fog? These electrolyte sachets may be our saviour
Dealing with a lot of brain fog and fatigue at the moment? Or perhaps you're noticing more muscle cramps and dizziness during your workouts? Alongside water, we lose essential minerals like sodium, potassium, and magnesium when we sweat.
These minerals — also known as electrolytes — play a key role in helping our bodies to absorb and maintain water more effectively, and avoid dehydration.
And while eating a balanced diet will generally provide your body with a good amount of electrolytes, imbalances are more likely if you're sweating more, peeing a lot, or not drinking enough.
Basically — whether you're flagging after a particularly intense workout, feeling seriously depleted after a night of heavy drinking, or you're simply struggling to stay hydrated during a spell of particularly warm weather — stirring an electrolyte sachet into your water is a great way to replenish those lost minerals, and give your mind and body a much-needed boost.
Clearly, there are heaps of different electrolyte supplements to choose from, but these Free Soul Hydrate sachets have been formulated specifically to support women's bodies, and are perfect for on-the-go hydration.
Presented in thirty individual sachets for maximum convenience, this daily powder boasts a blend of four essential electrolytes to boost hydration — as well as vitamin C and zinc for added wellness benefits. Simply add one sachet to 700ml of cold water, shake, and enjoy the deliciously citrusy yet oh-so-slightly salty taste. Buy Now for £29.99
While some have said the sachets can be too 'salty' (which may help with hydration, mind), the reviews are pretty positive overall.
Reviewer Kirsty wrote: 'The powder did take a bit of getting used to as I found it quite a salty taste to start with. I don't think I mixed it with enough water the first couple of times I used it. I would definitely recommend you mix with at least 500ml as now it tastes much less salty and has a pleasant lemony flavour. I feel more alert and focused during the day and it is helping me drink more and keep hydrated. Would definitely recommend.'
Another, using the name Jsmith, wrote: 'It has a clean, refreshing taste that mixes easily with water, no weird aftertaste. I've noticed I feel more hydrated and my muscles aren't as sore after workouts. The magnesium is a great bonus, especially for relaxing at night. Definitely recommend it if you need to stay hydrated.'
A shopper by the name of Sv bought a pack and shared: 'I feel much better when drinking Hydrate after a workout. I feel much more energised and I feel like my concentration is also improved in the day. The citrusy flavour is tasty and really refreshing.' More Trending
A must for replenishing any minerals lost during a sweaty gym session or a particularly warm day out, each sachet boasts an impressively high strength of four key electrolytes — sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. As a result, you'll stay hydrated for much longer, and can expect far less muscle cramps, headaches, fatigue, and brain fog.
And unlike most standard electrolyte blends, Hydrate also contains Zinc, which supports normal cognitive function, and helps maintain the health of hair, skin, and nails.
Plus, each dose also packs in 50% of the recommended amount of vitamin C adults should consume each day, for added immune support.
Staying hydrated while also supporting your overall wellbeing — what's not to love?
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