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Electrolytes are minerals that manage hydration and acid-base balance. They are also crucial for muscle and nerve function. Some medical conditions can affect your electrolyte levels. Electrolyte deficiencies can lead to brain fog, fatigue, sleep issues, muscle cramps, and some serious health concerns. Electrolyte assessments look at your levels of sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium. Your electrolyte needs may vary, depending on your activity level, climate, health conditions, sex, and more. Learn more about electrolytes, their functions, how they relate to each other, and more.

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📍What is discussed:
*00:00 – What Are Electrolytes?*

An introduction to electrolytes, why they matter for hydration, acid-base balance, and overall energy and nerve function.

*00:29 – Symptoms of Electrolyte Imbalance*

How electrolyte deficiencies can lead to brain fog, fatigue, sleep issues, and muscle cramps.

*00:46 – Key Electrolytes and Their Roles*

Overview of sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium — and what they each do in the body.

*01:08 – Sodium: Balance, Blood Pressure, and Risks*

Why sodium is essential, what too much or too little can do, and the medical risks of low sodium.

*01:33 – Potassium: Heart Health and Muscle Function*

The importance of potassium for muscles and heart rhythm, and how to adjust it through diet.

*01:54 – Chloride and Acid-Base Balance*

How chloride levels affect your body's pH and what low chloride levels can mean.

*02:12 – Magnesium: Muscle, Brain, and Bone Support*

Magnesium’s key functions and how to get enough from food or supplements.

*02:30 – When to Use Electrolyte Powders*

The role of powders during heavy workouts and what to look for in a supplement.

*02:52 – Hydration’s Effect on Electrolyte Readings*

How under- or over-hydration can skew your electrolyte levels and lab tests.

*03:15 – Smart Sodium Intake: Natural vs Processed*

How to approach sodium intake with food and avoid excessive processed sources.

*03:40 – Adrenal Health and Electrolytes*

The link between adrenal dysfunction, cortisol, and electrolyte needs—especially in women.

*04:05 – Electrolytes and Active Lifestyles*

Why athletes and people who sweat a lot may need to replenish more often.

*04:50 – Endurance Training and Electrolyte Loss*

Why long workouts increase sodium loss and when replenishment becomes critical.

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