These charged minerals, primarily sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium regulate fluid balance, nerve signaling, and muscle contraction (1).
Without them, hydration is inefficient, nutrient transport stalls, and neuromuscular function degrades (2). Inadequate electrolyte levels impair thermoregulation, delay gastricemptying, and reduce VO₂ max long before calorie depletion even begins (3) (4).
That’s why in advanced sports science, we talk about nutrient stacking: every layer of performance nutrition, whether it’s carbohydrates for energy, aminoacids for repair, or adaptogens for resilience, is dependent on a properly hydrated and electrically balanced system. If your electrolyte profile is off, none ofthose interventions can deliver their full effect. Optimizing electrolyte intake isn’t just important, it’s the Baseline condition for endurance, recovery, and output.
Building on that foundation, our enhanced formulations include L-theanine and Taurine to amplify the neurological and metabolic benefits of hydration. L-theanine, a naturally occurring amino acid, has been shown to promote a calm but alert mental state, supporting focus under fatigue and reducing perceived exertion during prolonged activity (5). Taurine contributes to intracellular hydration, calcium signaling, and mitochondrial function, making itespecially effective for high-output athletes experiencing both electrolyte loss and oxidative stress (6). Together, these compounds don’t replace hydration, they enhance and extend it, allowing the body to perform under pressure with greater resilience and efficiency.
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https://books.google.com/books/about/Sport_Nutrition.html?id=UoSDBAAAQBAJ - Shirreffs, S. M. & Sawka, M. N. (2011). Fluid and electrolyte needs for training, competition, and recovery. Journal of Sports Sciences.
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/02640414.2011.614269 - Casa, D. J. et al. (2010). Influence of hydration on physiological function and performance during trail running in the heat. Journal of Athletic Training.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20210618/ - Giesbrecht, T. et al. (2010). The combination of L-theanine and caffeine improves cognitive performance and increases subjective alertness. Nutritional Neuroscience.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21040626/ - Schaffer, S. W., & Kim, H. W. (2018). Effects and mechanisms of taurine as a therapeutic agent. Biomolecules & Therapeutics