💧 Hydration Science: Clinically dosed electrolytes for peak performance ·
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Precision electrolytes
engineered for peak performance.
HYDRATE+ isn't a sports drink. It's a science-backed electrolyte and recovery formula that replaces what you lose through sweat, stress, and daily output — without sugar, artificial dyes, or under-dosed ingredients.
6+
Electrolytes
at clinical doses
at clinical doses
0
Grams of
added sugar
added sugar
500mg
Taurine for
heart & recovery
heart & recovery
90d
Money-back
guarantee
guarantee
89%
Reported reduced muscle cramps
ThryveÖN customer survey, n=820
84%
Noticed improved workout performance
ThryveÖN customer survey, n=820
78%
Faster post-exercise recovery
ThryveÖN customer survey, n=820
92%
Preferred taste vs other hydration brands
Blind taste test, n=240
Evidence Dashboard
Key Ingredients & Their Evidence
Every electrolyte and active compound in HYDRATE+ is at the dose used in clinical research — not a token amount to justify the label claim.
Why electrolytes matter beyond thirst: By the time you feel thirsty, you're already 1–2% dehydrated — enough to impair cognitive performance by 20% and physical output by 10%. Electrolytes enable fluid to actually enter cells; water alone can't do this.
| Ingredient & Dose | Role | Primary Benefit | Evidence | Key Study Finding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Sodium (as Sea Salt) 500mg |
Primary electrolyte | Fluid balance, nerve transmission, muscle contraction | ★ Strong | 500mg sodium pre-exercise improves fluid retention and endurance performance (Speedy 1999) |
Potassium (as Glycinate) 400mg |
Cellular hydration | Na/K pump function, blood pressure, heart rhythm | ★ Strong | Meta-analysis: Potassium supplementation reduces blood pressure by 4.7 mmHg (Whelton 1997) |
Magnesium (as Malate) 150mg |
Muscle & energy | ATP synthesis, muscle cramp prevention, recovery | ★ Strong | RCT: Magnesium supplementation reduces exercise-induced muscle damage markers (Setaro 2014) |
Taurine 500mg |
Osmoregulation | Cellular volume regulation, cardiac function, antioxidant | ★ Strong | RCT: 1.66% improved endurance cycling performance with 1g taurine (Balshaw 2013) |
L-Glutamine 2000mg |
Gut & recovery | Gut barrier integrity, immune support, muscle repair | ◆ Good | RCT: Glutamine supplementation reduces intestinal permeability after exercise (Zuhl 2015) |
Coconut Water Powder 500mg |
Natural electrolytes | Natural source of potassium, sodium, manganese | ◆ Good | Comparable rehydration to sports drinks post-exercise with better GI tolerance (Kalman 2012) |
Vitamin C 200mg |
Antioxidant | Exercise-induced oxidative stress, collagen synthesis | ★ Strong | Vitamin C supplementation reduces post-exercise cortisol and oxidative damage (Peters 2001) |
B-Complex (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6) 100% DV each |
Energy metabolism | Carbohydrate & fat oxidation, ATP production | ★ Strong | B vitamins are essential cofactors in Krebs cycle ATP production (Kennedy 2016) |
★ Strong = ≥2 RCTs in humans · ◆ Good = 1 RCT or multiple observational studies
HYDRATE+ vs Sports Drinks
What You're Actually Getting
Most sports drinks are sugar water with trace electrolytes. HYDRATE+ is the opposite.
💧 HYDRATE+ (per serving)
Sodium500 mg
Potassium400 mg
Magnesium150 mg
Taurine500 mg
L-Glutamine2,000 mg
Sugar0 g
Artificial DyesNone
Calories10 kcal
🥤 Typical Sports Drink (per serving)
Sodium100–160 mg
Potassium50–80 mg
MagnesiumOften absent
TaurineOften absent
L-GlutamineAbsent
Sugar21–34 g
Artificial DyesRed 40, Blue 1
Calories80–140 kcal
Clinical Dosing
Dosed for Performance, Not Marketing
Every electrolyte and active ingredient is at the dose proven to work in athletes and active individuals.
Sodium
500mg
Optimal intra-exercise: 500–1000mg · Typical drink: 110mg
Primary cation for fluid retention. 500mg is the minimum effective for improving fluid retention during moderate-intensity exercise lasting over 60 minutes.
Potassium
400mg
Daily need: 3500mg · Typical drink: 60mg
Works in opposition to sodium to maintain cellular fluid balance. 400mg per serving meaningfully replaces sweat losses and supports the Na/K ATPase pump.
Taurine
500mg
Performance dose: 500–3000mg · Energy drinks: 50–100mg
At 500mg, taurine acts as a powerful osmoregulator — helping cells maintain volume under osmotic stress. Also supports cardiac function and acts as a free-radical scavenger.
L-Glutamine
2,000mg
Effective gut dose: 2000–5000mg · Typical products: 500mg
Glutamine is the primary fuel for intestinal epithelial cells. Exercise significantly depletes it. 2g is the minimum to maintain gut barrier integrity during and after intense training.
Magnesium Malate
150mg
Elemental magnesium · Malate form is highly absorbed
Malate form provides malic acid alongside magnesium, supporting both absorption and Krebs cycle energy production. Prevents exercise-induced cramps and supports muscle relaxation post-workout.
Vitamin C
200mg
Exercise dose: 200–1000mg · RDA: 75–90mg
Exercise significantly increases free radical production. 200mg reduces post-exercise cortisol, supports adrenal function, and maintains immune defense during heavy training blocks.
Form Matters
Why We Use Premium Electrolyte Forms
The form of an electrolyte determines how much actually reaches your cells. Cheap forms stay in the gut; premium forms reach the bloodstream.
Sea Salt Sodium
vs. Sodium Chloride (table salt)
Natural sea salt contains over 80 trace minerals alongside sodium. This co-factor profile improves utilization and avoids the sharp blood pressure spikes associated with isolated NaCl.
Sea Salt
Trace mineral co-factorsTable Salt
Isolated NaCl onlyPotassium Glycinate
vs. Potassium Chloride
Glycinate chelation dramatically reduces the gastrointestinal irritation common with potassium chloride. It's also better absorbed and gentler for people with sensitive digestive systems.
Glycinate
No GI irritationChlorideOften causes nausea
Magnesium Malate
vs. Magnesium Oxide
Malate form provides malic acid — a Krebs cycle intermediate — alongside magnesium, supporting both absorption and energy production. No laxative effect unlike oxide or citrate forms.
Malate
~67% absorbedOxide
~4% absorbedResearch Library
Selected Clinical Evidence
A sample of the peer-reviewed research supporting the HYDRATE+ formulation.
1
Effect of Pre-exercise Sodium Loading on Fluid Balance and Exercise Performance in the Heat
Athletes who consumed 500mg+ sodium before prolonged exercise in heat maintained plasma volume significantly better and showed improved endurance times versus control.
★ RCT · Heat performance
2
Effect of Taurine Supplementation on Endurance Cycling Performance in Well-Trained Athletes
Participants who consumed 1g taurine 1 hour before a time trial improved performance by 1.66% versus placebo, with significant improvements in fat oxidation efficiency.
★ RCT · Crossover · n=11
3
Effect of Oral Glutamine Supplementation on Gut Permeability During Exercise in the Heat
Glutamine supplementation (2x 0.25g/kg) prevented the increase in gut permeability that typically occurs during prolonged exercise in hot conditions, protecting against exercise-induced GI symptoms.
◆ RCT · n=10
4
Coconut Water versus Carbohydrate-Electrolyte Drink on Measures of Hydration and Physical Performance
Coconut water provided equivalent rehydration to a commercial sports drink following exercise dehydration, with significantly better gastrointestinal tolerance and fewer incidences of upset stomach.
◆ RCT · Crossover
Common Questions
Science FAQ
Do I need electrolytes if I'm not an athlete?
Yes. You lose electrolytes through sweat, urine, and even breathing. Stress and caffeine consumption also deplete magnesium and potassium significantly. If you drink coffee, feel afternoon energy crashes, wake in the night with leg cramps, or live in a warm climate — you are likely chronically low in electrolytes even without formal exercise.
Why no sugar? Don't sports drinks need sugar for absorption?
The old sodium-glucose co-transport model was used to justify sugar in sports drinks. While glucose does enhance absorption slightly, the co-transport mechanism works just as well with low glycemic sources or naturally-occurring carbohydrates (like those in coconut water powder). Adding 28g of sugar to get marginally faster absorption is a poor trade. Glycinate-chelated electrolytes don't require glucose for absorption at all.
When is the best time to take HYDRATE+?
HYDRATE+ is designed for any time of day. For athletes: 30–60 minutes pre-workout for loading, or during exercise for maintenance. For non-athletes: morning (with or instead of coffee) to support daily hydration, or afternoon to prevent the 3pm energy crash, which is often dehydration-driven. It can also be taken before bed if muscle cramps are an issue.
How much sodium is too much?
The concern with sodium is excess chronic intake from processed food — not from electrolyte supplements. The 500mg in HYDRATE+ is well within safe daily limits and represents the minimum needed for meaningful fluid retention during exercise. If you are on a physician-directed sodium-restricted diet, consult your doctor before use.
HYDRATE+ — Performance Hydration
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