You may have heard about electrolytes, but do you really know what they are? Electrolytes are often discussed when it comes to athletes and gym-goers and are the selling factor behind popular sports drinks. But if you aren’t an athlete, do you still need electrolytes? Electrolytes aren’t just found in supplements and sports drinks – they’re also naturally occurring in bananas and sweet potatoes. When electrolytes enter your body, they help balance water levels in the body along with helping your cells function properly. Electrolytes also help us stay hydrated. We lose a lot of electrolytes and water when we … Continue reading Do You Need Electrolytes?