electrolyte drinks

Mineral-replenishing fluids

Electrolyte drinks are beverages formulated to replace minerals lost through sweating—sodium, potassium, magnesium, and similar compounds that help regulate hydration and muscle function.

Sports drinks like Gatorade are the most familiar type, marketed to athletes and anyone engaged in strenuous activity.

The term also covers rehydration solutions used during illness: The doctor recommended electrolyte drinks for her stomach bug.

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sweat · sodium · potassium · replenish · thirst · workout · athlete · rehydrate · muscle cramps · cramps · recovery · neon · bottles · sideline · marathon · salty · glucose · energy

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mineral/electrolyte content

electrolyte drinksplain water

Unadorned drinking liquid

distilled water · purified water · tap water · raw water · spring water

functional purpose

electrolyte drinksalcohol

Intoxicating hydroxyl compound

alcoholic beverages · diuretics · coffee · beer · wine

Family

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Top 200,000
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G