Mulebar electrolyte drink 250g / Citrus

The Mulebar citrus electrolyte drink enriches water with minerals, trace elements, and vitamins. This allows your body to absorb it more quickly and efficiently while promoting muscle recovery (antioxidant effect).

The Mulebar hydration drink helps reduce fatigue.

Good hydration is the secret to a healthy body, even for sedentary people.

Prefer powdered drinks over effervescent tablets which contain much fewer active ingredients.

Very, very slightly sweet taste, so not cloying.

Low energy intake: only 11.2kcal per bottle.

How do electrolytes Work ?

Electrolytes are mineral salts present in our blood and cells. Sodium, potassium, calcium, zinc, and magnesium are the most important for athletes. They disappear from our body through sweat, which will be more significant the more intense the effort and/or the higher the external temperature. This is why it is absolutely necessary to replace them by consuming an electrolyte drink, also known as a hydration drink.

Mineral salts play a crucial role in our body:

• Proper muscle function: They allow better tonicity of muscle fibers to contract and relax.
• Hydration regulation: Sodium helps regulate the amount of water in our body. Replenishing electrolytes allows the body to retain more water, improving hydration, especially during physical effort.
• Maintaining pH balance: Mineral salts conduct an electric charge, thus contributing to the acid-base balance in body fluids.

The addition of vitamins helps speed up metabolism, which is the production of energy (see the benefits tab).

Finally, a hydration drink generally does not contain carbohydrates and remains very close to zero calories. It is therefore an ideal drink for those who want to lose weight or athletes who consume energy bars, energy gels, or energy compotes in parallel.

Electrolyte drink in powder or tablet form?

Electrolyte drinks in dissolvable tablet form have the great advantage of being very practical to use. Simply add one or two, depending on the manufacturer's instructions, to a 500-600ml water bottle or flask and you're ready to go. Cyclists are particularly keen on this practicality because a tube of tabs doesn't take up much space, so they can easily refill their water bottles on the move.

On the other hand, tabs have quite a few disadvantages compared with powdered drinks. They are made by compacting granules and are designed to dissolve in water. This chemical reaction results from the reaction with water of a compound containing sodium or magnesium bicarbonate and citric acid. However, tabs are limited in size and are never big enough to contain all the minerals, vitamins and this compound. My comparative guide between Mulebar powder electrolyte drinks and the various brands of tablets on the market clearly show that the tabs are grossly under-dosed. So it's expensive for a tablet that bubbles and very often leaves undissolved residue at the bottom of the can, which is best avoided because it's so acidic.

What is the difference between a hydration drink and an energy drink?

Our electrolyte-based powder has two objectives:

• Facilitate hydration by promoting the assimilation of water by the body thanks to minerals, trace elements, and vitamins.
• Compensate for the loss of minerals through sweating.

Its role is not to provide energy through carbohydrates and proteins (BCAA's) as an energy drink does.

The two drinks are therefore complementary.

If you consume energy bars, energy gels, or energy compotes during your effort, then the electrolyte drink may be enough.

What are the effects of dehydration on your body?

Here are some examples of the effects or consequences of dehydration on your body. Please keep in mind that a 2% water level drop in your body leads to 20% energy loss. As a reminder, it is recommended to drink at least 1.5 liters of water per day for an adult. You should not wait until you are thirsty, especially for seniors who gradually lose the sensation of thirst and of course for athletes.

• Significant drop in blood pressure, which forces the heart to beat faster. The more the heart tires, the more sensitive we are to heat strokes. Hence the need to drink very regularly during heatwaves.
• A lack of water in the body promotes high blood pressure, anxiety, bad mood, headaches, attention loss, memory lapses, and fatigue.
• Dehydration of muscle cells which end up being less productive or even causing cramps. Lactic acid is poorly evacuated due to lack of water and remains in the muscles. This will of course impact the quality of post-exercise recovery for athletes.
• Poor digestion with symptoms such as bloating, constipation, or acid reflux. Drinking enough water helps digest more quickly and eliminate waste and toxins.
• Skin problems. Dry skin, irritations, inflammations (acne, psoriasis, eczema), and premature skin aging are possible consequences of repeated poor hydration.
• Weight gain. Lack of water sends a signal to the brain that can easily be associated with a feeling of hunger and thus lead to snacking.

The last piece of advice, which seems obvious, is to replace sodas and sugary drinks of all kinds (including juices) with water as much as possible. Many people have difficulty drinking water because they find it lacks taste. This is why our Mulebar dissolvable powders are flavored (red fruits and citrus) without containing sugar (less than 0.2%). So enjoy yourself!

A cocktail of 8 vitamins each with their benefits:

B vitamins:

They facilitate energy metabolism, which is the release of energy contained in food. They also prevent mental fatigue by stimulating the central nervous system. Most B vitamins are not stored in the body in sufficient quantities.

• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): helps convert carbohydrates into energy. It is essential for the proper functioning of muscles, including the heart muscle, the heart. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 1.1 mg
• Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): also helps release energy from food. It contributes to the normal metabolism of iron and maintaining a normal level of red blood cells in the blood. That's why it helps the central nervous system function properly and reduce fatigue. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 1.4 mg
• Vitamin B3 (Niacin): helps the nervous system function properly. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 16 mg
• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine): is involved in the metabolism of several amino acids and contributes to the production of red blood cells. It contributes to psychological well-being, energy metabolism, and reducing fatigue. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 1.4 mg
• Vitamin B9 (Folic acid): contributes to the production of red blood cells and their oxygenation. It helps reduce fatigue. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 200µg

Vitamin C

It is a powerful antioxidant that helps fight oxidative stress (cell aging). It also plays a powerful role in the transport and absorption of iron in the intestine, which promotes digestion. Finally, it helps the proper functioning of energy metabolism. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 80 mg

Vitamin D

It plays an essential role in the quality of bone and muscle tissue as well as in strengthening our immune system. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 3.1µg

Vitamin E

It plays a very important role in protecting our cell membranes. Its antioxidant function neutralizes free radicals and reduces the oxidation of low-density lipoproteins, often associated with cardiovascular diseases. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 12 mg

5 minerals each with their benefits:

• Sodium (Na): regulates blood pressure, helps maintain the balance of body fluids, and contributes to the proper functioning of muscles and nerves. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 2000 mg or 5g of salt
• Potassium (K): contributes to the proper functioning of the nervous system, normal muscle function, and maintaining normal blood pressure. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 3500 mg
• Magnesium (Mg): participates in electrolyte balance and energy metabolism. Magnesium contributes to the proper functioning of the nervous and muscular systems. It contributes to the health of bones and teeth. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 350 mg for men and 300 mg for women.
• Calcium (Ca): plays a major role in the mineralization and strength of the skeleton. It participates in muscle contraction, blood clotting, hormone release, and enzyme activation. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 1000 mg up to age 50 and 1200 mg thereafter
• Zinc (Zn): this trace element, present in very small quantities in the human body, is involved in the activity of more than 300 enzymes. It acts in particular on stimulating the immune system, hormone synthesis, and fighting cell aging. Recommended daily intake for an adult: 11 mg for men and 8 mg for women. For vegans, it is rather 13 mg and 11 mg.

Bicarbonates:

They help counteract muscle acidity caused by physical effort. They also promote lean mass gain.

Maltodextrin:

It is a quick source of energy. It is often consumed before, during, and after physical exercise to replenish muscle glycogen stores and improve athletic performance. Maltodextrin is also used for hydration during long-duration efforts (endurance sports) and to promote better muscle recovery. Our maltodextrin has a D.E (dextrose equivalent) of 19, which corresponds to slow energy release. Many maltodextrins have very high DEs, which cause glycemic spikes.

Sucralose

It has no nutritional interest, to be cristal clear. However, it helps to enhance natural flavors and gives a slightly sweet note.

Without sucralose, the drink would be very bland and not pleasant to drink.

So it's purely and simply a matter of taste.

There is less than 0.1% sucralose in the recipe.

How to dose the powder for a bottle?

We recommend 10g of powder, which is 2 scoops at graduation 7 per 500ml bottle. One dose covers the needs of one hour of effort by taking small sips. You should not wait until you are thirsty, it will be too late!

All this remains theoretical and depends on many parameters: type of sport, duration and intensity of the effort, climatic conditions, the athlete's build, etc.

For example, a trail runner will tend to space out their sips and consume 1 dose over 1.5 - 2 hours in winter, while a marathon runner or cyclist will consume it faster. In summer, their consumption will be at least doubled, which means one bottle per hour.

How many doses can be consumed each day?

As for the maximum daily quantities, a good benchmark could be the NRV (Nutrient Reference Values) for vitamins and minerals.

We therefore recommend a maximum of 3 doses per day.

The idea is not to explode the daily intake as some brands do by dosing at 100% for certain vitamins or minerals, advocating the use of several bottles throughout the day. This results in 500% of the recommended daily intake for an active person, which is absurd and counterproductive. The surplus will be eliminated by the body.

When should a hydration drink be consumed?

Our hydration drink can of course be consumed during sports practice but also daily, during periods of high heat, to compensate for the loss of minerals due to sweating, or by people in withdrawal from sodas who do not like plain water.

The athlete can consume it before, during, or after the effort.

• Before the effort, it will prepare the body and replenish mineral salts.
• During the effort, it promotes stable hydration by compensating for water loss, mineral loss, and optimizing energy metabolism (energy production by the body). All types of sports are concerned, whether they are high-intensity like combat sports, team sports, or racket sports, endurance sports like running, trail running, mountain biking, cycling, and triathlon, or calmer but no less demanding activities like climbing, golf, or hiking.
• After the effort, it will help remineralize and rehydrate the body, especially if you have been short on water at some point. This will greatly facilitate recovery.

For a complete energy intake, complement your elecrtolyte drink with Mulebar energy gels , energy bars or energy compotes .