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electrolyte drinks
Coverage of electrolyte drinks in the Nexus archive.
- Electrolyte drinks can help in some situations, but water is still best for everyday hydration
Electrolyte drinks are beneficial in scenarios like intense workouts, extreme heat, or illness but are unnecessary for daily hydration, which water suffices for. The global electrolyte drink market has nearly doubled since 2020, reaching $40 billion, with warnings about excessive sodium and sugar in some products.