Electrolytes 101: What are Electrolytes and Their Benefits

Hydration is crucial to good health. You stay hydrated by consuming plenty of fluids — but we’re not talking about drinking carbonated beverages or canned juices with high sugar content. Drinking water daily and maintaining electrolyte balance can keep you hydrated and healthy. 

We know the importance of water to our health, but is it sufficient to maintain electrolyte levels? What are electrolytes, by the way? Continue reading to learn about these essential minerals and some of the easy and tasty sources of them from GoGo squeeZ® and our Registered Dietician partner, Jamie Lee McIntyre MS RDN!

What are Electrolytes?

Electrolytes are minerals your body needs to function properly and stay healthy. Electrolytes actually carry an electric charge! When you don’t get enough, the imbalance might affect your quality of life. For example, you may experience fatigue and lack the energy to do the activities you love doing like playing soccer or running! This is because Inadequate electrolyte levels in the body may also negatively impact physical performance, cause muscle spasms or cramping, and contribute to dehydration.

Eating foods that have some electrolytes is a great step to take — foods like bananas, oranges, strawberries and spinach are popular foods that provide electrolytes. GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes, is a delicious fruit blend snack that helps replenish some of the electrolytes to keep the fun going.

Benefits of Electrolytes

Why should you eat food or consume drinks with electrolytes? We list the benefits of consuming electrolytes in your drinks or food:

• Stay refreshed. Whether you’re playing sports, dancing, or doing your regular workout routine, electrolytes can help replace the fluids you’ve lost and help you stay active all day.
• Help your muscles relax. Do you work out a lot? Or perhaps your work requires you to stay active? Having just the right levels of electrolytes can help you endure prolonged activities with less fatigue. 
• Keep your body healthy. We all want to be healthy and one of the many ways to do this is by keeping electrolyte levels balanced. You’ll find a lot of electrolyte drinks on the market, but choose a tasty drink without the added sugar that is both delicious and beneficial. 

Dietitian’s Tip:

Balance Electrolytes with Proper Hydration: Avoid excessive water intake without electrolytes during activities with a high sweat loss rate, as it can lead to hyponatremia (low sodium). Make sure to match fluid intake with electrolyte replenishment, especially after sweating.

Sources of Electrolytes

Electrolytes are mostly found in fruits and vegetables, such as pears, berries, zucchini, spinach, milk, butternut squash, oranges, avocados and watermelons. You can also replenish electrolytes by consuming raisins, veal, chicken, nuts, dairy, and canned soups and vegetables. Incorporating these foods at meals and snacks throughout the day will help to ensure your body is getting adequate amounts of important electrolytes such as potassium, sodium, magnesium, phosphorus, and/or calcium from whole food sources.

GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes has the electrolytes Sodium, Potassium and Magnesium, as well as carbohydrate from delicious fruits, to help replenish some of the minerals lost through sweat during physical activity. Whether you’re doing your morning jog or your kids are off to their afternoon of sports practice, GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes is a great snack option!

Dietitian’s Fun Fact: Did you know carbohydrates and electrolytes work together to maintain proper hydration by supporting fluid absorption and energy delivery during exercise? Carbohydrates enhance water and electrolyte absorption in the small intestine, helping the body retain fluids more effectively. Together, they improve hydration status, support muscle function, and provide energy for sustained performance and busy activity.

Keep the Fun Going with GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes

When you’re always on the go or are regularly busy, heading to the supermarket to stay stocked up on electrolyte-packed foods can be a challenge and time-consuming. With GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes, you can ensure your pantry stock is ready to support your replenishment of minerals lost throughout an active day while enjoying a tasty snack made of your favorite fruits in delicious flavors. 

When to Pack an Electrolyte Snack

When is the best time for an electrolyte snack? You might want to pack our GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes when going to a sports practice or game, as it can help you replenish some minerals lost through sweat. The convenient pouch also makes it easy to slip into kiddos’ backpacks for the school day or for after-school activities. Don’t underestimate playing or working outside in humidity and at high temperatures – this calls for an electrolyte snack too!

Working out at the gym or running and hiking can be a fun and health-conscious activity. A convenient snack like GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes is great to take to the gym or the trail as it is portable, convenient, and tasty too!.

Pack our electrolyte snack when you:

• Go for a run or brisk walking
• Practice for a game
• Work out at the gym
• Enjoy physical activity
• Work outdoors on warm days

GoGo squeeZ®: Your Go-To for Anytime Fun

Keep the fun going and enjoy your favorite fruits, vegetables, and GoGo squeeZ® Active Fruit Blend with Electrolytes to get adequate electrolytes in your diet on game day, really, or any day! 

Don’t forget to also check our blog for fun activities, snack inspiration, and the latest on your favorite GoGo snacks. If you have questions about our products, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us anytime.

This content was reviewed by and contains contributions from nutrition expert, registered dietitian-nutritionist and friend of the GoGo squeeZ® fam, Jamie Lee McIntyre MS RDN. 

Jamie Lee McIntyre is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist and President of Nutrition Talks LLC. She is a nutrition communications consultant, writer, speaker and virtual practitioner with 16+ years as an RDN. She received a Bachelors in Nutrition & Dietetics from the University of Rhode Island with a Minor in Psychology, as well as a Masters in Advanced Nutrition Studies from the University of Saint Joseph. She believes in equal prioritization of mental and physical well-being in regards to eating practices and uses an “all-foods-fit” approach when helping families foster healthy relationships with food and nutrition. As a mother and runner, Jamie Lee relates directly to the needs of GoGo’s top consumers, as she is one herself. As a GoGo nutrition consultant, Jamie Lee has created fun family-friendly recipes featuring her favorite products, collaborated on the early stages of new product development, and educated employees on worksite wellness! When she’s not talking about nutrition, you’ll find her out on a run or enjoying sun filled activities with her husband and active children on the go!