How does Active Root keep you optimally hydrated?
All Active Root hydration products contain natural sea salt which contributes to hydration and normal electrolyte balance.
It is generally agreed that athletes can use 400-
1100mg/l for 1 hour’s activity, confirmed by many studies [1]. In the Active Root core range, we use 400mg per serving.
How does dehydration occur?
When the body is dehydrated, electrolyte levels become unbalanced, leading to reduced performance. Dehydration not only means that you have a greater chance of being hampered by cramping, queasiness and heat stroke, but your physical performance will also deteriorate. This is because decreased blood volume can lead to reduced cardiac output and muscle contraction. It's actually far more common for performance to become hindered by dehydration than a lack of fuel.
Salt attracts fluid, so the more salt that's in your bloodstream (within the usage range above), the higher your blood volume. A higher blood volume decreases the amount of effort your heart has to do. As a result, it doesn’t have to beat as fast to move the same amount of blood through your body. The result is that exercise feels easier [2]
[1] Nutrition for Sport and Exercise (Dunford and Doyle, 2015)
[2] Quote for Dr Evan Johnson (Department of Health, Human Performance and Recreation at the University of Arkansas) – Bicycling.com