Did you know that hydration’s role in maintaining brain function is crucial? Did you know that the brain is made up of about 75% water? We need water, and more specifically, electrolytes, for many more reasons than we may realise!
Electrolytes are essential for basic life functioning. This includes maintenance of cells and generating action potentials in the nerves and muscles (1). Since our body does not produce electrolytes, we get them through our food and our fluids (1). Factors such as: total protein content and hormones can biochemically influence electrolyte levels (1). So, what are electrolytes? Electrolytes are minerals that carry an electric charge throughout our body and allow it to perform important bodily functions, especially in the brain (2). The main electrolytes are: sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, calcium, phosphate, and bicarbonates. Here is some information on some of the more “mainstream” electrolytes.
The importance of Hydration in your brain:
To ensure electrolyte levels are being maintained, it is important to maintain a balanced diet of whole foods, hydration, and supplementation (2). Keeping hydrated and having accurate electrolyte levels will not only improve how you feel physically but enhance your cognitive performance! References
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