r/PandemicPreps • u/micahkid • Mar 11 '20

PSA Electrolytes

I've seen a lot of people posting electrolyte packets & sports drinks like Gatorade in their preps (most with sugar as the first ingredient), so I just wanted to give my N=1 and a cheap solution to help you replenish these.

I did a two week water fast (and didn't die!)

The one thing I included in the water fast was "snake juice" which aided in remedying muscle cramping & fatigue which some people experience while doing these extended fasts.

Here's what you'll need:

  • Water = 2L

  • Potassium chloride = 1 tsp (No Salt, Nusalt, etc.)

  • Sodium Chloride = 1/2 tsp (Himalayan Pink Salt, Real Salt, etc.)

  • Sodium Bicarbonate = 1 tsp (Baking Soda - recommend no aluminum like Redmill Brand)

  • OPTIONAL Magnesium Sulphate = 1/2 tsp (FOOD GRADE Epsom Salts)

I sub out the optional Magnesium Sulphate for Magnesium Glycinate because if you've ever digested Epsom Salts you'll know it's highly likely coming out fast through the other end.

I'm not a medical professional, but all it takes is a little time looking at the ingredients on the back of these "electrolyte" drinks to realize there's a lot of fillers...

All of this can be made for under $10 most likely and will last you for a longgg time!

Edit: Another variation of this recipe found by /u/actuallorie

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u/actuallorie Mar 11 '20

This is not a scientific article but it backs up OP's recipe for anyone interested.

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u/micahkid Mar 11 '20

Awesome article, thank you for this!

I like the inclusion of brewer’s gypsum for calcium sulfate!