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Electrolyte powder drink Calories
Rapid hydration and mineral support, used after exercise or illness
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Electrolyte powder drink (20 g) has 70 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.6 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 12 mg of Vitamin C covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 85 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Electrolyte powder drink Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 20 g
70
KCAL / 20G
Carbs
17.6g
· 6% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Electrolyte powder drink nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (20 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 400 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.6 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Electrolyte powder drink?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 10 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 25 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 30 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 875 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 1750 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Electrolyte powder drink
What is an electrolyte powder drink used for?
An electrolyte powder drink is mixed with water to make a beverage containing electrolytes such as sodium. People commonly use it to replace fluid and minerals lost through heavy sweating, but formulas differ, so it is not automatically suited to every kind of dehydration.
How do you mix an electrolyte powder drink?
Mix an electrolyte powder drink with the amount of water specified on its packaging. Using too little water makes the mixture more concentrated than intended; do not change the ratio or swallow the powder dry.
When should you drink an electrolyte powder drink after a workout?
An electrolyte powder drink is most useful during or after prolonged, strenuous exercise that causes substantial sweating. For a short or light workout, water is generally enough; choose the powder drink when replacing electrolytes is relevant.
Is an electrolyte powder drink better than water for hydration?
Not for everyday hydration: water is usually enough when you have not lost much fluid through sweat. An electrolyte powder drink can be useful after prolonged exercise or heavy sweating, but it does not need to replace your regular water intake.
Is an electrolyte powder drink the same as oral rehydration solution?
No, an electrolyte powder drink is not necessarily an oral rehydration solution. Products for diarrhea-related fluid loss have a specific balance of salts and sugar, so a sports hydration powder should not be assumed to work as a substitute.
Can you drink an electrolyte powder drink every day?
You usually do not need an electrolyte powder drink every day if you eat and drink normally. Frequent use may add more electrolytes than you need; if you have kidney or heart disease, or have been told to limit sodium, ask a healthcare professional before using it regularly.
Can you use an electrolyte powder drink for a hangover?
An electrolyte powder drink may help replace some fluid after a night of drinking, but it does not sober you up or cure a hangover. Drink water as well, and seek urgent care for severe confusion, repeated vomiting, or difficulty waking.
Can you mix an electrolyte powder drink with juice or a sports drink?
Usually, an electrolyte powder drink should be mixed with water as directed, not added to juice or another sports drink. Combining them can make the drink sweeter or more concentrated than intended, and may change the product's electrolyte balance.
Does an electrolyte powder drink help with diarrhea?
Some electrolyte powder drinks are not designed to treat diarrhea-related dehydration. Use an oral rehydration product made for that purpose, and seek medical advice if diarrhea is severe, persistent, or accompanied by signs of dehydration.
How long does an electrolyte powder drink last after mixing?
Once mixed, an electrolyte powder drink should be stored and used according to its package directions. Keep it covered and refrigerated if the instructions call for it, and discard a prepared drink that has been left out for an extended time.
Electrolyte powder drink Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
12mg · 13% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
400mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
160mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Calcium
8mg · 1% DV
Electrolyte powder drink Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Electrolyte powder drink
To burn the 70 calories in 1 serving (medium) (20 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Electrolyte powder drink?
Electrolyte powder drink is a mix stirred into water, typically combining minerals such as sodium and potassium with sugar or other carbohydrates. It is commonly used after heavy sweating during exercise, and some people use it when illness has left them depleted. The taste is often sweet and fruit-flavoured, while the texture is much like water once the powder has fully dissolved. Athletes may sip it after training or during prolonged activity; for everyday thirst, plain water is usually enough. It is carbohydrate-heavy rather than a source of protein or fat, with 88 g of carbohydrates per 100 g of powder. Follow the pack’s mixing directions rather than adding extra powder, and choose a less sweet option if that better suits your preferences.
How Nutritious Is Electrolyte powder drink?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Electrolyte powder drink Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Electrolyte powder drink Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Electrolyte powder drink Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Electrolyte powder drink Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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