When I feel dehydrated I love using something like LiquidIV to rehydrate, but the stuff is so expensive. I used the brain power of LLM Fusion to make the optimal recipe for me. Will be trying it soon and reporting back.
you are a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a board certification in sports dietetics. give me an easy to make homemade batch recipe of electrolyte powder similar to liquidIV or LMNT that is very low sugar, clean ingredients, and is easy to mix with water. flavor of lemon lime.
This is not medical or diet advice, consult a doctor, registered dietitian, etc.
Homemade Lemon-Lime Electrolyte Powder
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 120 g fine sea salt
- 1/4 cup 60 g potassium chloride food grade
- 1/4 cup 60 g baking soda
- 2 tbsp 30 g magnesium citrate powder
- 1 tbsp 15 g calcium citrate powder
- 1 tbsp 12 g citric acid
- 1-2 tsp 4-8 g stevia powder
- 1/2 tsp 2.5 ml natural lemon extract lemon powder
- 1/2 tsp 2.5 ml natural lime extract lime powder
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sea salt or Himalayan pink salt, potassium chloride, baking soda, magnesium citrate powder, calcium citrate powder, citric acid, and stevia powder.
- Mix the ingredients thoroughly using a whisk or a fork, ensuring that there are no clumps.
- Add the natural lemon and lime extracts to the mixture and whisk again until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container for storage.
To use:
- Mix 1 tsp (5 g) of the electrolyte powder with 8-12 oz (240-360 ml) of water. Adjust the amount of powder used according to your taste preferences and hydration needs.
Amazon Links to ingredients:
- potassium chloride (food grade)
- magnesium citrate powder
- calcium citrate powder
- citric acid
- stevia powder
- natural lemon extract (i found this lemon powder)
- natural lime extract (i found this lime powder)
According to the LLMs… this recipe provides a balanced blend of essential electrolytes, including sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium, which are crucial for optimal hydration and health. The citric acid and natural lemon and lime extracts give the powder a refreshing lemon-lime flavor without adding sugar. The stevia powder or monk fruit sweetener can be adjusted to taste, allowing for a low-sugar option.
It’s essential to consult with a healthcare professional before using this mix, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions or are taking medications that may interact with high levels of electrolytes.
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