Let's talk about electrolytes. These minerals are involved in multiple bodily functions, such as fluid balance, blood acidity (pH) regulation, nerve impulse conduction, blood pressure regulation, and muscle contraction. Electrolytes are minerals that, when combined with water, have the ability to conduct electrical charges between muscles and neurons, sometimes referred to as the body's "electrical tissue." A disruption in these electrical impulses has negative effects on our health.
Dehydration is one of the most common causes of electrolyte loss. A dehydrated person has less water or fluids than their body needs, and the chemical balance of minerals such as sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium is unbalanced. Hydration needs vary depending on physical constitution, climate, physiology, and age. Electrolytes are generally recognized as crucial for high-intensity exercise and extended sports, but they are also part of a healthy diet.
We can all suffer from an electrolyte imbalance at some point. For example, a stomach virus that causes diarrhea or profuse vomiting can lead to dehydration; the same can happen after a night of too many mojitos! Breastfeeding women may be losing significant amounts of electrolytes, especially sodium; even certain diets can cause an imbalance in essential minerals. The elderly are particularly vulnerable to electrolyte imbalances because as we age, there is a normal decrease in body water volume, and dehydration can go unnoticed.(1)
Sports drinks, as hydration drinks with mineral salts are commonly known, can be a practical option for replenishing lost electrolytes. However, many people avoid these types of drinks because they are traditionally formulated with a significant amount of sugar. Sugars are not particularly problematic for athletes and people who regularly engage in intense physical exercise. However, these drinks can provide excess calories for people who want to keep their sugar intake to a strictly necessary level. Furthermore, the artificial colors found in many popular sports drink brands are also unappealing to people who prefer natural ingredients in their diets.
At Sabores Cosco de Centroamérica, we offer innovative electrolyte beverage concepts geared toward audiences of all ages, with a focus on clean labels, tailored mineral balances, and natural flavors:
- Formulations with natural or colorless colors to create hydrating drinks with just the right amount of electrolytes and a balanced flavor.
- Designs for sugar-free electrolyte beverages, sweetened with high-intensity sweeteners that do not provide unnecessary calories.
- Powdered electrolyte drink mixes, a convenient and portable option, with or without added sweetness.
- Formulations with natural components and flavorless bases for adding electrolytes to beverages, a convenient solution for incorporating these ingredients into juices or iced tea blends.
- Applications for waters with electrolytes.
- Drinks with electrolytes and vitamins, for example, with vitamin C, recommended to improve the immune system response.
In a growing market of health-conscious consumers, proper hydration will always be relevant. It's not just about replacing lost electrolytes, but also improving the feeling of well-being throughout the body.
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Sabores Cosco de Centroamérica offers innovative alternatives in flavors and ingredients. Our portfolio of beverage and food applications is continuously growing to provide timely responses to market demands. We have the technical tools to address the particular needs of beverage and food flavor system applications, designing tailor-made proposals. Our technical advisory team provides support throughout the development process. We are sure that in Sabores Cosco de Centroamérica you will find an integral solution partner for your products.
(1) 1https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dehydration/symptoms-causes/syc-20354086
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