What is an electrolyte?
An electrolyte is an umbrella term for particles that carry a positive or negative electric charge. (1)
An electrolyte is a type of mineral that carries an electric charge. (1)
Electrolytes are found in blood, urine and sweat. (1)
What do electrolytes do?
they play a role in conducting nervous impulses, contracting muscles (1)
keeping you hydrated (1)
regulating the body’s pH levels (1)
What contains electrolytes?
sodium (1)
potassium
chloride
calcium
magnesium
phosphate
bicarbonate (1)
Resources
1. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/electrolytes#intro
