While I agree in theory, I've been told, by the time you feel thirst you are already getting dehydrated. In addition, you can get dehydrated in cold temps as well where you won't be leaking sweat. Be safe.
True, artificial sweeteners are a long term unknown. Sugar is a good add for a short boost of energy. Guess it depends on what you're doing as to what is needed.
Instructions on packets I have -- All Adult dosages
Liquid IV = 1 per day
Force Factor = 1 per day
Sports Research = 1-3 a day
Wilderness Athlete = To be consumed before, during, or after physical activity, as needed
Since LMNT has 46% DV sodium I'd guess they are 1 per day also
That's why I personally chose to avoid LMNT even at 2 or 3 packets day it adds up.
Sorry Pheroze, didn't mean to hijack your thread. I started another about electrolyte powders.
https://www.africahunting.com/threads/electrolyte-powders-to-take-along.100999/
In a recent thread by #Pheroze the subject of electrolyte powders had come up. I copied my comment from that thread here. Electrolyte powders are a MUST for every hunt for me!
>>I take electrolytes most of the summer, because I got close to heat stoke once and seem to be heat sensitive now...
Love to hear your story. I hope to have a buff in my future as well, so I will be following too.
I take electrolytes most of the summer, because I got close to heat stoke once and seem to be heat sensitive now. As far as Electrolyte powders. My own research has found LMNT has a lot of...
Lately I've seen a number of new members and threads asking for recommendations.
I bookmarked this for my own future reference and thought it was time for a bump.
I agree.
At work - Leatherman Super Tool 300
In the woods - one of 2 original version Leatherman Waves
Running errands - one of 3 Kershaw Leek flippers (my version of a fidget spinner)
Going out - either a Kershaw Iridium or
Original version Benchmade North Fork with this sheath to keep my...
In a classic conflict from Down Under, an Australian man was forced to intervene when an aggressive kangaroo threatened to drown his dog in a river Saturday. (October 2023)
https://www.outdoorlife.com/survival/man-punches-kangaroo-to-save-dog/
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