Summary
This video presents a simple, homemade electrolyte shake recipe using whole-food ingredients. The shake is designed to replenish key minerals including potassium, magnesium, calcium, sodium, chlorides, and trace minerals. It serves as a natural alternative to commercial electrolyte products.
Key Takeaways
- Avocado is the base ingredient, providing potassium and magnesium
- Berries contribute natural sweetness and additional micronutrients
- Pink Himalayan sea salt supplies sodium, chlorides, and trace minerals
- Salt intake should be increased when exercising, in hot weather, or when sweating heavily
- Stevia is the recommended sweetener for those who prefer a sweeter taste
- The entire recipe is blended with water, making it a convenient drinkable shake
Details
Base Recipe
Blend the following ingredients with 5 cups of water:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup of berries (mixed or any preferred variety)
- ½ cup of organic lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon of pink Himalayan sea salt
- Ice cubes (optional, recommended)
Electrolyte Profile
This recipe provides:
- Potassium – primarily from avocado
- Magnesium – from avocado
- Calcium – small amount
- Sodium & Chlorides – from sea salt
- Trace minerals – from pink Himalayan salt
Adjusting Salt for Activity Level
For situations involving increased sweating — such as exercise or hot weather — increase the salt to ½ teaspoon to compensate for greater mineral loss.
Sweetness Options
- The natural sweetness from berries may be sufficient for many people
- For those preferring a sweeter flavor, add 20 drops of stevia (berry-flavored or lemon-flavored varieties are suggested)