Why Hydration is Essential for Health—and How to Do It Right

We’ve all heard that we need to drink more water. Staying hydrated is essential for your overall health, energy levels, and even cognitive performance. But here’s something you might not know — sometimes, plain water just isn’t enough. 

When you sweat, exercise, or go about your daily routine, your body loses essential electrolytes along with water. That’s where Shaklee Electrolyte+ Hydration + Focus Drink Mix and Performance® Endurance Electrolyte Drink come in. 

Myths and Facts About Hydration 

Myth: You need to drink eight glasses of water a day to stay hydrated.  

Fact: Hydration needs vary depending on your activity level, climate, and body size. Electrolyte-rich drinks like Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus and Performance Endurance Electrolyte Drink can help you stay hydrated more effectively than water alone. 

Myth: Only athletes need electrolyte drinks.  

Fact: Anyone can benefit from electrolyte drinks, especially during hot weather, after a workout, or during long days where focus and endurance are required. 

Why Electrolytes Matter for Hydration 

Electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and chloride play a crucial role in maintaining the body’s fluid balance, muscle function, and nerve signaling. When you become dehydrated, your electrolyte levels drop, leading to fatigue, brain fog, muscle cramps, and reduced physical performance. 

Simply drinking water may replenish lost fluids, but it doesn’t replace these essential electrolytes. This is why products like Electrolyte+ and Endurance Electrolyte Drink are more effective for rehydration. 

How Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus Stands Out 

Electrolyte+ is specially designed to replenish electrolytes while also giving you a mental energy boost. Available in refreshing Raspberry Melon and Blood Orange flavors, this drink mix not only helps replace essential electrolytes but also includes key ingredients, such as nitrate from beetroot, to support focus and cognitive performance. 

Key Benefits of Electrolyte+ Hydration &+ Focus: 

• Electrolyte Replenishment: Helps maintain hydration and supports physical endurance. 

• Cognitive Support: Includes ingredients like L-theanine to enhance focus. 

• Low-Calorie & Convenient: Each serving is low in calories, contains no artificial flavors or sweeteners, and is easy to mix with water for on-the-go hydration. 

How Performance Endurance Electrolyte Drink Stands Out 

Performance Endurance Electrolyte Drink is the perfect solution for those looking for hydration support during more intense physical activities. Available in Lemon–Lime and Orange flavors, this drink mix provides: 

• A precise balance of electrolytes to support endurance. 

• Carbohydrates for sustained energy. 

• No artificial flavors, sweeteners, or preservatives. 

Whether you’re training for a marathon, hitting the gym, or just trying to stay energized throughout a busy day, PerformanceEndurance Electrolyte Drink has you covered. 

How These Products Are Different 

• Electrolyte+ is ideal for daily hydration and cognitive support, featuring natural caffeine for enhanced focus. 

• Endurance Electrolyte Drink is best for intense physical activities, as it’s designed to replenish electrolytes and provide sustained energy with added carbohydrates. 

Why These Products Hydrate You Better than Water 

Both Electrolyte+ and Endurance Electrolyte Drink are formulated to do more than just quench your thirst. They actively help your body absorb and retain fluids, which water alone can’t do as efficiently. Here’s why they work better: 

1. Electrolyte Balance: Helps maintain the body’s fluid balance and prevents dehydration. 
2. Rapid Absorption: The right balance of carbohydrates and electrolytes improves water absorption during physical activity.
3. Mental Boost: Ingredients in Electrolyte+ not only hydrate but also support cognitive function to keep you sharp. 

Tips for Staying Hydrated All Year Long 

Hydration isn’t just a summer concern. Your body needs adequate hydration year-round. Here are some practical tips to stay hydrated, no matter the season: 

1. Start Your Day with Water: Drink a glass of water first thing in the morning to kick–start your hydration. 
2. Infuse Your Water: If plain water feels boring, try adding slices of cucumber, lemon, or berries for a refreshing twist. 
3. Drink Regularly: Don’t wait until you feel thirsty. Keep a water bottle handy and sip throughout the day. 
4. Balance with Electrolytes: Use Electrolyte+ or Endurance Electrolyte Drink to replenish electrolytes after exercise or long periods of activity. 
5. Monitor Your Intake: Aim for at least 8 cups of fluids a day, adjusting based on your activity level and climate. 
6. Snack on Hydrating Foods: Foods like watermelon, cucumbers, and oranges have high water content and contribute to hydration. 

Delicious Recipes for Electrolyte+ 

Looking for creative ways to enjoy your Electrolyte+? Here are a couple of easy recipes to mix things up: 

Citrus Sunset Spritz  

Ingredients: 

• 1 packet Blood Orange Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus 

• 8 oz sparkling water 

• 2 oz orange juice 

• 1 oz lime juice 

• Ice cubes 

• Orange slices and mint for garnish  

Instructions: 

1. Mix Blood Orange Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus with orange juice and lime
   juice until fully dissolved. 
2. Fill a glass with ice cubes. 
3. Pour the mixture over the ice and top with sparkling water. 
4. Stir gently and garnish with an orange slice and a sprig of mint. 

Berry Melon Cooler

Ingredients:

• 1 packet Raspberry Melon Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus
• 6 oz cold watermelon juice (strained)
• 4 oz coconut water
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• Ice cubes
• Fresh raspberries and mint for garnish 

Instructions:

1. Dissolve Raspberry Melon Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus packet in the watermelon
   juice.
2. Add coconut water and lemon juice, stirring well.
3. Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the mixture over the top.
4. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a mint sprig. 

Tropical Focus Fizz

Ingredients:

• 1 packet Blood Orange Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus
• 6 oz pineapple juice
• 2 oz coconut water
• 2 oz sparkling water
• Ice cubes
• Pineapple chunks and a cherry for garnish 

Instructions:

1. Mix the Blood Orange Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus packet with pineapple juice until
   dissolved.
2. Add coconut water and stir.
3. Pour into a glass filled with ice and top with sparkling water.
4. Garnish with a pineapple chunk and a cherry on top.  

Melon Berry Mojito Mocktail 

Ingredients:

• 1 packet Raspberry Melon Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus
• 6 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 5–6 fresh mint leaves
• 4–5 fresh raspberries
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Muddle mint leaves and raspberries in the bottom of a glass.
2. Dissolve the Raspberry Melon Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus packet in sparkling water and
   lime juice.
3. Pour the mixture over the muddled mint and raspberries. 
4. Add ice, stir gently, and garnish with a mint sprig.

Citrus Melon Bliss

Ingredients:

• ½ packet Blood Orange Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus
• ½ packet Raspberry Melon Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus
• 4 oz orange juice
• 4 oz sparkling water
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• Ice cubes
• Citrus slices and berries for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine both Electrolyte+ flavors in orange juice and lemon juice, stirring until dissolved.
2. Add sparkling water and stir gently.
3. Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the mixture over the ice.
4. Garnish with citrus slices and fresh berries for a colorful twist 

The Bottom Line 

Staying hydrated is essential for your physical and mental well-being, and  Shaklee’s Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus and Performance Endurance Electrolyte Drink make it easier and more effective than ever. With the right balance of electrolytes and added cognitive support, these products help you stay energized, focused, and hydrated all day long. 

Ready to elevate your hydration game? Try Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus in Raspberry Melon or Blood Orange and experience hydration that goes beyond water.