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DIY Citrus Electrolyte

Three ingredients, real electrolytes, zero sugar bombs. The summer-hiker's drink.

Part of the Performance & Recovery collection — Sodium, potassium, magnesium — moved with intention, not sugar.

⏱ 3 minEasyPerformance & Recovery
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Ingredients

  • ½ cupFresh orange juice
  • 2 tbspFresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tspSea salt
  • 500 mlCold water

Why it works

  • Sodium & potassium
  • Vitamin C
  • No added sugar

How to sip

Whisk salt into a splash of warm water until dissolved.

Add juices and cold water.

Serve over ice after a sweaty morning.

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Physician-reviewedRecipe developed & reviewed by Dr. Tosin

Supports hydration and contributes beneficial nutrients, with no promise of disease treatment.

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