Social media is filled with influencers rating electrolyte supplements, or even telling followers how to make their own. But experts say many of the claims about the health benefits of these drinks need to be taken with a grain of salt. We lose some electrolytes through sweat – primarily sodium chloride, which is what is in table salt. In general, the kidneys in a healthy person do an excellent job of keeping our electrolytes in balance. No one-size-fits-allWhile it seems that everyone is drinking electrolyte supplements these days, not everyone actually needs them.

Source: The Star March 14, 2026 14:00 UTC