Make Your Own Electrolyte Energy Drink

By garciamoss

We’ve been led to believe by certain companies that we need an extra-special drink to recover from some sweat. First of all, there is a huge difference between athletes that work out hardcore for hours, and those dedicated to fifteen minute morning workout routines. Secondly, our bodies are smart, staying well hydrated and eating healthy is usually enough to maintain a balance of electrolytes. For those times that you do have a heavier workout though, make your own sports drink. It’s easy, quick, and naturally refreshing.

Ingredients

• Lay-Low Recipe
• You will need…
• 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 1/2 to 2 cups fresh water, depending on how strong you want the flavor
• 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt
• 2 tablespoons natural sugar or honey, to taste
• Bright ‘n Early Recipe
• You will need…
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 1/2 to 2 cups of fresh water
• 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt
• 2 tablespoons natural sugar or honey, to taste
• Sweet and Smooth-ie recipe
• You will need…
• 3 cups of coconut water
• 1 cup of strawberries
• 1 cup of fresh water
• 1 cup of ice
• 1/8 teaspoon of sea salt
• 2 tablespoons natural sugar or honey, to taste

Details

Adapted from everydayroots.com

Preparation

Step 1

Lay-Low Recipe
Toss everything into a food blender and blend until the honey is dissolved, or just use some elbow grease and blend it by hand. Pour yourself a tall glass, drop in a few ice cubes, and enjoy.



Bright ‘n Early Recipe
Same as above. You can halve or double the recipe as you need, and feel free to experiment with flavors. Keep in mind citrus fruits, especially orange, are a good source of electrolytes.


Sweet and Smoothie recipe
Throw into your blender and let it run until everything is thoroughly mixed together and the mixture is smooth.