Hydration and Electrolytes
This summer I’ve been on mission to properly hydrate.
Two things have me feeling good and feeling hydrated to the max.
First is having a big glass of water while I make my coffee in the morning.
Second, I make sure to put a dash of salt in my water if I’m drinking without food.
Salt gets no love and I feel bad for it.
Highly processed foods contain a lot of sodium, which is where our societal apprehension of salt comes from. However, if you’re eating fruits and veggies and quality protein and are cooking most of your food, you better be adding salt.
It’s an important electrolyte that helps us absorb water so we can stay hydrated instead of pee it right out. Many of you have expressed that frustration to me over the years. A simple fix is to get better at absorbing it, and that’s what a bit of salt can help you do.
Robb Wolf is a researcher, author and all around smart guy whom I look to for nutrition advice. Check out his video of why you may want to start adding some salt to your water.
Justin Miner
@justinminergain