Trophic Minerals with Vitamin C Electrolyte powder was formulated to help replace important electrolytes lost through sweat and urine. Electrolytes are defined as inorganic salts (acid or base) dissolved in both cellular and extracellular fluid. Important electrolytes include potassium, magnesium, phosphate, sulfate, bicarbonate, sodium, chloride and hydrogen. Vitamin C protects cells from oxidative damage and is involved in the formation of collagen, elastin and connective tissue, all of which give elasticity, resilience, strength and stability to the active body. Fluid loss and electrolyte deficiency during exercise can lead to fatigue, impaired glucose metabolism, muscle weakness, cramping, abdominal pain, adrenal exhaustion and headaches. During strenuous or prolonged physical activity, the water content of the body decreases as a result of fluid loss through sweating, as well as water loss from the lungs, especially when at high altitude. A 2% reduction in body weight from water loss can greatly reduce exercise capacity. This formula provides an ideal 7:1 potassium to sodium ratio and is reinforced with buffered Vitamin C to stabilize blood-sugar, support adrenal function and strengthen collagen, cartilage, tendons and ligaments. Sweetened with stevia and certified organic maltodextrin from rice.