The hidden strain: life with hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Written by Raeya Bognar, an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with over ten years of experience in allied health, specialising in invisible illnesses. The Hidden Strain: Life with Hypermobility and ...
What happens when your body is low on electrolytes?
What happens when your body is low on electrolytes? Feeling unusually wiped trying to get through those last few reps at the gym? Getting random muscle cramps? Struggling to think straight at 3pm, ...
How to fix an electrolyte imbalance at home
How to fix an electrolyte imbalance at home Feeling flat? Dizzy after a gym sesh? Cramping when you swear up and down you’ve been doing your warm-up and cool-down stretches? You might be dealing wi...
Hydration: the missing link between glowing skin & balanced hormones
Written by Holistic Nutritionist, Rachel Kay When we talk about skin health and hormones, we often jump straight to skincare routines or supplements. But one of the most overlooked (and underestima...
The link between electrolytes, salt and running performance
Written by Physiotherapist and KIC Run Expert, Alana Murrihy While the popularity of running in Australia (and around the world) has been soaring over the past few years, the number of runners I ...
Why hydration matters during pilates practice
Pilates might look gentle, but make no mistake — it's a full-body workout that challenges strength, control, and endurance. No matter what, staying hydrated with electrolytes is key to getting the ...
Grounds for concern: Does coffee dehydrate you?
Ah, coffee — the beloved morning ritual; a form of artistry and the object of downright obsession. And, for many of us, a non-negotiable part of the day. But despite how common the need for a daily...
The importance of hydration and electrolytes while intermittent fasting
Written by Health Coach and Nutritionist, Kait Malthaner Intermittent fasting (IF) has become increasingly popular for its health benefits, such as weight loss, lowering blood sugar and enhancing ...
The Importance of Hydration and Salt in the Management of POTS
So, what is POTS? Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) is a condition that affects the autonomic nervous system, causing an abnormal increase in heart rate when transitioning from lying...
The Importance of hydration for whole body health
Blog by Holistic Health Coach, Rodrigo B. Perez. Water, often overlooked, is the most essential "food" we need to survive. While we can last two weeks without eating, survival without water rar...
The electrolyte connection: understanding the link between electrolytes and anxiety management
In today's fast-paced world, stress and anxiety have become ubiquitous, impacting the mental and physical well-being of millions. While lifestyle factors, psychological triggers, and environment ...
We all want to perform at our best, whether in the gym, on the mats, pounding pavement or just getting after the day. Staying hydrated is the key to boosting your performance across all parts of ...
In a world 🌏 of electrolytes, sodium reigns supreme, playing a crucial role in fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contractions. Working alongside potassium and magnesium, sodium helps regul...
Stay Hydrated, Stay Focused! Did you know that staying hydrated isn't just about quenching your thirst? It's also a powerful key to unlocking your focus and productivity! Here's why: Brain Boost Yo...
Dehydration can cause multiple complications for our mind, body and overall health and well-being. Although we are aware of the importance drinking water has on our daily lives, we can still get ca...
How to stay hydrated while travelling
Air travel dehydration is not admittedly the first thing we think about when booking a holiday. It can, however, have a huge impact on our health and wellbeing and put quite a downer on your trip i...
Dehydration headaches: Signs, treatment, and prevention
We all suffer from headaches from time to time, but what does a dehydration headache feel like? Is it different from the headaches we feel from other causes? In this guide, we will discuss the impo...
Why am I so thirsty at night? Possible causes and what you can do about it Do you find yourself reaching for a glass of water in the middle of the night? If so, you’re probably asking the all-impor...
Enhancing cognitive performance: The role of hydration and electrolyte balance
Cognitive performance is multifaceted, involving memory, attention, processing speed, problem-solving, and decision-making. These functions rely on healthy brain tissues and hydration. Lifestyle f...
How to reduce night cramps and get a better nights sleep
Tonight we're going to tackle a frustrating and sleep-disrupting issue that plagues many individuals: night cramps. These involuntary muscle contractions can turn a peaceful slumber into a painful ...
The importance of hydration and electrolytes for golfers
Golfers know that hydration is essential for optimal performance on the course, but did you know that electrolytes such as sodium, magnesium, and potassium also play a crucial role in maintaining ...
Why is salt so essential for humans?
Sodium Chloride is vital to both human performance and survival. Sodium plays an important role in regulating body fluids and normal nerve and muscle function. Having evolved with sodium, the human...
Why do we crave salt? An evolutionary perspective
Humans have evolved to thrive with salt, developing specific mechanisms to maintain electrolyte levels in their correct levels needed for optimal function. Seeing where we have evolved, it is no su...
The history of humans, salt and why it is so important
Welcome, fellow citizen scientist, to Salt 101. Even on our blue planet, it's surprising that over 80% of us are walking around experiencing symptoms synonymous with dehydration. So what gives? Wha...