Natural electrolyte Drink recipe

​Avoiding dehydration can be challenging during these times of extreme heat in wine country. Dehydration is a sneaky process and can happen easily during physical activity and when external and internal temperatures rise. Not only do failure to drink enough water and water loss contribute to dehydration, but loss and restriction of essential salts and minerals can accelerate the process, as well. When one is trying to hydrate or prevent dehydration, drinking adequate amounts of water and replenishing electrolytes are necessary to restore a proper balance to keep one healthy.

​Signs & Symptoms of Dehydration:

• Having thirst
• Fatigue
• Brain fog
• Nausea
• Lack of sweat and urine production
• Dizziness​

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• Dry skin / chapped lips
• Muscle cramps
• Irritability
• Dark urine
• Rapid pulse

Potential Causes of Dehydration:

• High heat & sun exposure
• Physical activity
• Sweat production
• Elevation of body temperature

• Alcohol intake
• Caffeine intake
• Use of diuretic medications
• Accelerated fluid loss with aging

Recipe for Natural Electrolyte Drink:

• Filtered water, 1 liter
• Lemon juice, 1/4 cup
• Salt, pink himalayan or sea salt, 1/8 tsp
• Honey, raw/unfiltered, 2 tbsp
• Optional: calcium magnesium powder, 2 servings.

Directions:
Mix all ingredients together in a glass jar and stir or shake (with lid secured) until honey and salt are dissolved. Another option to speed up the dissolving process is to use warm water. Let cool and drink 1-4 servings per day depending on amount of heat exposure and physical activity. Store the remainder in the refrigerator. Drink up and stay healthy!
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When not addressed properly, dehydration can accompany heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If one is showing signs of heat stroke, seek immediate medical attention, as heat stroke is a life-threatening condition.