Frequently Asked Questions
Product Info.
What is elete™?
elete™ is a blend of concentrated electrolytes that can be added to water or any beverage. elete™ instantly delivers important electrolytes like potassium, magnesium, sodium, chloride, and sulfate to your body.
Why are electrolytes so important?
Electrolytes are lost through sweat during intense exercise and/or high temperatures. When electrolytes are depleted from your body, you become tired, cramp easily, and are at risk for dehydration. Replacing electrolytes is essential to keep your body hydrated, to enhance performance, and to help prevent muscle cramps. Electrolytes also help the brain and nervous system transmit and receive important signals and allow the muscles to contract and relax. Some studies show that electrolytes such as potassium and magnesium also support heart function.
What does elete™ taste like?
If you taste a drop of elete™ at full concentration, it has a salty flavor. When added to water, elete™ does not significantly alter the taste of water.
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Usage
When should I take elete™?
You can use elete™ anytime. Whether you're preparing for an event or a quick run or ride, you can add elete™ to your water bottle or hydration system and drink it to stay hydrated, boost performance, enhance endurance, and prevent cramps. You can also mix elete™ with water or your favorite beverage and drink after activity to speed hydration to each cell of the body and support recovery.
Why is elete™ better than sports drinks?
Unlike most sports drinks, elete™ doesn't contain sugars, artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives. These extra ingredients can cause bloating, stomach cramps, and set off the gag reflex. elete™ delivers just pure electrolytes, so you're replacing only the things (i.e., fluid and electrolytes) you lose when you sweat. elete™ allows you the option of consuming carbohydrates in whatever way works best for you. elete™ is the only electrolyte-replacement formula compatible with hydration systems. Other products dye bladders, leave an unpleasant aftertaste, and are difficult to clean out of hydration systems. Cleaning elete™ from a hydration system is no different than cleaning after normal water use; elete™ leaves no residue behind. elete™ also provides electrolytes in significant quantities. Some sports drinks provide only minimal doses of electrolytes. elete™ contains an optimal balance of critical electrolytes.
Is elete™ safe to use in my hydration system?
Yes, it is. elete™ even has a pre-measured size designed specifically for hydration systems, as well as easy measuring instructions on the multi-serving pocket pack. To use elete™ in your hydration system, add the 6.45 ml rip-pack (which is designed for 70-100 oz. hydration-system bladders), shake, and enjoy. And when you're done, just clean your pack as you normally would.
Can I take elete™ even if I'm not active?
Certainly. elete™ is designed for anyone who wants an alternative to high-priced, high-sugar, high-calorie sodas, juices, and sports drinks. Everyone can benefit from the electrolytes in elete™. Electrolytes support a number of vital functions in the body. They not only allow your body to stay hydrated, but electrolytes help the brain and nervous system transmit and receive important signals, help the body's cells generate energy, and allow the muscles to contract and relax. Magnesium, for instance, is an essential mineral that is involved in more than 300 enzyme reactions in the body.
Can I add elete™ to my sports drink?
Yes, you can. Many athletes find that they need more electrolytes (and a better balance of electrolytes) than what is provided by the average sports drinks, so they will add elete™ to their sports drink in an amount that suits his or her taste preference. In addition, many athletes will dilute their sports drink to cut the sugar content, but will top of their beverage with elete™ to add a better balance of electrolytes. Because elete™ is an electrolyte concentrate, you have the flexibility to add it to any beverage to stay hydrated. Because of the overwhelming sweetness of sports drinks, many athletes prefer to dilute them. This also dilutes the electrolytes available. elete™ is a great way to get a better balance.
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Ingredients
What are the electrolytes in elete™?
elete™ contains four key electrolytes: magnesium, chloride, sodium, and potassium. Further, elete™ provides optimal amounts of each electrolyte to power hydration and performance. elete™ also provides a wholesome balance of minerals and trace minerals that are also important to human health. For instance, elete™ contains small, or trace amounts, of other elements such as boron, which is necessary for optimal bone and joint health, and zinc, which functions as an antioxidant and promotes cell repair.
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Storage
How should I store elete™?
It's best to store elete™ in a cool, dry place, such as cupboard or drawer. There's no need to refrigerate elete™.
How long will elete™ last once I've added it to my water or sports drink?
Tests conducted by our lab show that elete™, when added to bottled or tap water or even sports drinks, does not alter the shelf life of the beverage. You can consume any elete™-fortified beverage the same way and in the same time period you would with water or your preferred sports drink.
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