Salt is something many people forget about when it comes to health. And it has been villainized by rumors of "high salt" causing high blood pressure. Yes, if you consume high salt, your blood cells do expand which causes an increase in arterial pressure due to increased blood volume, however your body's receptors adjust to this increase in pressure if the proper electrolytes are present in the cells. This is why it is important to not only consider sodium intake, but also calcium, magnesium, potassium, and others.
The recommended daily intake of "salts" is:
2300mg / day, for the every day person
>3000mg in athletes
up to 1000mg/hr for endurance athletes
for those who need to recover quicker and within 24 hours of another vigorous activity, an increase in electrolytes will aid in recovery
And it is important to have at least 1/4 tsp of salt in every liter of water you drink.
There are many side effects to low electrolyte levels. The obvious ones are weakness, lack of energy, and muscle cramping. With chronic dehydration, people will often get headaches. One of the best ways to decrease your likelihood for headaches is by staying hydrated and electrolytes will help retain hydration in your cells. I have seen many patients able to eliminate or manage the above mentioned symptoms by adding in quality electrolytes.
Redmond has many products. Regarding physical performance and rehabilitation, I would highly recommend you consider adding their Re-lyte hydration electrolytes into your daily routine, as well as their seasoning salts.
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