Coconut Lime Electrolyte Drink

Forget the bottled electrolyte drinks, you can make your own!

We have all tried those popular bottled electrolyte drinks. They are great for after working out or when you really need to rehydrate. However, those bottled electrolyte drinks can have a lot of sugar and artificial flavors added in.

You may not want those. When you are in need of some electrolytes but don’t want to buy a chemical loaded drink, give this natural electrolyte drink recipe a try!

"natural electrolyte drink"

Electrolytes are minerals that are found in your body that help control and balance your fluids. They also help regulate your blood pressure and muscle functions. They are sure important! But electrolytes can be lost when you work out or start sweating a lot.

They can also be diminished if you are sick or frequenting the bathroom a little too often. They need to be replaced! Paying attention to when you are thirsty is essential.

The best time to have an electrolyte drink is about two hours before any hard, physical activity. You should also try to drink about 6 ounces for every 15 minutes of physical activity. This will keep your electrolytes in check and your body feeling good.

Coconut water and salt both are packed with electrolytes. Coconut water has sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium, all of which are considered electrolytes.

Coconut water is also much healthier than any artificial sports drink. Mixed with some lime juice and a touch of honey and you will want to drink this delicious, healthy beverage every day! And we think you should...

Coconut Lime Electrolyte Drink

5 from 2 votes

Recipe by Mocktail.net

Servings

2

servings

Prep time

2

minutes

Forget the bottled electrolyte drinks, you can make your own natural electrolyte drink!

Ingredients

• 2 cups coconut water

• ⅓ cup lime juice

• ⅔ cup water

• 2 tsp honey

• ⅛ tsp pink sea salt

Directions

• Mix all of the ingredients in a large pitcher or quart sized mason jar. Stir until the salt and honey have dissolved.
• Chill the juice in the fridge or serve over ice. Enjoy!

Tips and Tricks

• • Use lemon juice in place of lime juice for a new coconutty drink.
  • Triple the recipe and keep it in the fridge. It will stay fresh for about 2 weeks.
• Tools:
  • Measuring Cup
  • Teaspoon
  • Large spoon
  • Pitcher or Quart sized jar

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