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Sole water vs electrolytes
Which one is the best to hydrate after workout or sauna? -
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Great question, I would like to know the same.
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, – think of it this way. Sole is a therapeutic whole food, and electrolyte products are supplements. So which is better? The answer is, it depends on your needs.
With sole, you’re getting in the full trace mineral profile contained in that salt (something like 84 trace minerals if memory serves me correctly) so there will be a lot of variability in the dosages of these minerals depending the type of salt you use and its source.
With electrolytes, they add in a handful of different minerals (5 to 10) and sometimes a few vitamins, in more concentrated doses.
So the main differences are really the number of minerals in each (sole has many more) and knowing the exact concentrated dosages of minerals in electrolyte products.
I personally don’t feel the need to use electrolyte products since I eat a varied, whole foods nutrient dense diet anyway which will supply me with enough calcium, potassium, and magnesium. I also supplement with magnesium on and off.
When I’m travelling however, I do bring a few packs of Humantra electrolytes with me because of convenience. So again – depends on the situations and your needs.
Hope this helps.
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any specific type and brand of salt you recommend?
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I buy the one from Organic Foods & Cafe
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