Ever since Gatorade was invented at the University of Florida in 1965, athletes have been guzzling sports drinks, or sips with electrolytes—minerals that have a natural electric charge when dissolved ...

Electrolytes may help optimize your hydration, but when you drink them matters. Here, experts explain the best time to drink electrolytes based on your needs.

Electrolyte drinks aren’t always necessary. They are most useful during periods of extended sweating, illness, or when on ...

Hydrating the day before a race really shouldn’t differ much from any other day. Baker recommends aiming for that minimum baseline need (about 125 ounces for men and 91 for women), plus how much you ...

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Electrolyes have long been hailed by athletes as a short cut to peak hydration. The products, typically designed to be consumed before, during and after exercise, are often lauded by manufacturers as ...

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A worrying trend in fitness circles has been newcomers and avid fitness junkies not taking hydration seriously. Whether you ...

Looking for that extra hydration edge? The right timing can make a big difference! Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN An electrolyte drink can be a quick, convenient way to help you stay ...