All your questions answered.

When to use, how much to take & answers to the most common questions.

General

Water doesn’t contain electrolytes and when you are dehydrated, drinking just water may not hydrate you quickly enough. HydraLyte is precisely formulated to activate rapid rehydration which not only allows your body to absorb more water and electrolytes faster, but also keeps you hydrated longer.

Yes, our tablets, powders, and ready-to-drink liquids use the same formulation and are equally effective in preventing and treating dehydration.

HydraLyte uses a precise ratio of sodium and glucose to activate rapid rehydration which allows your body to absorb water and electrolytes into your bloodstream sooner without going through your entire digestive process.

HydraLyte is an oral rehydration solution clinically formulated to contain the correct balance of fluid and electrolytes to hydrate very quickly. The loss of fluids and electrolytes through sweat, vomit, pee, diarrhea and other bodily fluids can upset the balance of fluid and electrolytes in your body, causing you to not feel your best. When you drink HydraLyte to relieve dehydration, you may also relieve the symptoms and begin to feel better faster.

Short answer is: everyone! You can use HydraLyte at the gym, the office, home, car or anywhere in between. Most of our customers use the drinks, tablets, and powders to:

  • Replenish the body when sick from flu, cold or food poisoning (vomiting, fever and/or diarrhea)
  • Recover from an intense workout or exercise
  • Find relief from hangovers (Yup, those morning-afters we know too well)
  • Prevent and relieve dehydration caused by long days outside in hot weather
  • Hit the ground running after traveling, either by plane or car
  • Hydrate quickly throughout busy days or work sessions

Our original formulation is for all ages 

HydraLyte Plus product line is for 12 years of age and up. 

Please note: Plus Energy and Plus Liver Support contain caffeine from green tea extract and we recommend it for adults 18 and up.

All HydraLyte products are gluten-free, non-GMO and dairy-free. 

All products are vegan EXCEPT HydraLyte Plus Collagen. 

All products are caffeine-free EXCEPT HydraLyte Plus Energy and HydraLyte Plus Liver Support. 

Water is the best hydration fluid to consume on a daily basis, as part of a healthy, well-balanced diet. However, if you experience dehydration oral rehydration solutions (such as HydraLyte) are clinically formulated to contain the correct balance of fluid and electrolytes. This allows for faster and more effective absorption of fluid and electrolytes by the body, and as a result, dehydration can be corrected very quickly.

Small amounts of sugar are actually necessary to activate rapid rehydration (hello sodium-glucose pump!). The problem is most sports drinks and beverages like electrolyte-enhanced water have far too much or not enough sugar, which can actually slow fluid absorption. HydraLyte products contain 3 or 4 grams of sugar per 8oz serving, the minimal amount to achieve the rapid rehydration ratio.

The short answer: Yes! HydraLyte is an oral rehydration solution specifically designed to assist in safe, rapid rehydration, making it the ideal addition to staying well hydrated on the ketogenic diet. There are just 5g of carbohydrates in a 200ml serving of HydraLyte, making this beverage keto-friendly.

HydraLyte has 75% less sugar, more electrolytes per serving than their rapid rehydration formula.

HydraLyte has 75% less sugar and 4x the electrolytes than a sports drink.

Slightly! Who doesn’t love a little seltzer – it’s part of our special formulation to make it dissolve easily when poured straight into a glass of water.

We currently do not offer samples, but we recommend trying our HydraLyte Variety Pack first. Our Variety Pack contains Lemonade, Orange, and Strawberry Lemonade.

HydraLyte Original products are safe to consume if you’re pregnant or nursing but we always recommend you consult with your doctor.

We do not recommend Hydralyte Plus products while pregnant and/or breastfeeding, please consult with your doctor. 

Please note: Plus Liver Support and Plus Energy contain 40 mg and 100 mg of caffeine, respectively from Green Tea Extract.

Need HydraLyte now? You can find at us at many retailers across the country including, CVS, Rite-Aid, Walgreens, Publix, Meijer, H-E-B, Supervalu, Raleys, Giant Eagle, Harris Teeter, Bartell Drugs and Winn-Dixie.

Dehydration

What is dehydration?

The signs and symptoms of mild to moderate dehydration will occur when as little as 2% of the body weight is lost through fluid. The body requires the correct balance of fluid and electrolytes (salts and minerals) to maintain everyday functions and preserve health. Internally, the body has special mechanisms which help to keep this balance in check. However, the loss of fluid and electrolytes through urine, sweat, vomit, diarrhea and other bodily fluids can upset this balance, and in some cases, a person may experience dehydration.

Some of the signs and symptoms of dehydration include:

  • Increased thirst
  • Fatigue / Lethargy
  • Dizziness
  • Headaches
  • Dark or decreased urine output
  • Sticky or dry mouth
  • Loss of skin elasticity
  • Irritability

Try to recognize the common signs and symptoms of dehydration. If and when they occur, start using an oral rehydration solution, HydraLyte, as soon as possible.

Remember that dehydration can be of particular concern for the elderly and for young children.

If you are experiencing dehydration, you need to act fast and drink an effective rehydration solution containing electrolytes. The best options are HydraLyte’s scientifically formulated electrolyte solutions as they contain the correct balance of sugar and salt, to ensure that you rapidly restore what the body has lost. Oral rehydration solutions are formulated based on the World Health Organization guidelines for rapid and effective rehydration. It is important to start drinking these products as soon as you notice any signs of dehydration (such as dry mouth, dizziness, fatigue), and sip small amounts at regular intervals to enhance absorption (better than drinking a large bottle all at the one time. You should also monitor yourself for the signs and symptoms of more severe dehydration (such as fainting or very low blood pressure) – if these happen you should seek medical advice as soon as possible.

When you are planning to exercise, you should ensure that you start in a well hydrated state. To ensure you are well hydrated, aim to drink 8 glasses of water a day. Then, during exercise your fluid intake should match your fluid outlay. A good tip is to take 2 to 3 sips of HydraLyte’s electrolyte solution while performing sustained moderate to vigorous physical activity – this will help to prevent potential dehydration.

To rapidly rehydrate the body, you need to consume a hydration beverage that contains the correct balance of glucose and electrolytes for fast and effective absorption. The World Health Organization suggests an oral rehydration solution (such as HydraLyte), which provides fast and effective restoration of both fluid and electrolytes. In situations where you are fluid and electrolyte depleted (such as in cases of stomach flu, heavy sweating or other illnesses) an oral rehydration solution may provide fast and effective rehydration.

One of the common symptoms of moderate dehydration is a headache. If you are experiencing a headache, consider whether dehydration could be the cause. If you are experiencing dehydration use a clinical rehydration formula (such as HydraLyte) which will restore the body’s fluid and electrolyte levels and relieve any dehydration present.

This is not a very fun topic, we know, but it is incredibly important. Diarrhea is a common cause of moderate dehydration. Dehydration does not itself cause diarrhea.

How To Use

Are there any warnings or contradications to be aware of?

Are there any warnings or contraindications to be aware of?

  • 12 hours in children under 3 years
  • 24 hours in children 3 years to adults

If you have kidney disease or a kidney condition, are taking heart or blood pressure medication, are pregnant, or have any other medical conditions, discuss with your healthcare provider before use.

We cannot advise you to use the product beyond its expiry date.

There are many benefits of electrolytes for dogs and cats. Unfortunately we only made HydraLyte specifically for humans, so although we cannot advise you to give HydraLyte to your best (pet) friend, we do suggest you consult your veterinarian.

Freezing tablets or powders may make the product less effective. Please follow directions for use on HydraLyte packaging.

Drink HydraLyte when thirsty or exhibiting signs of dehydration, or while symptoms persist. However, seek medical advice if vomiting or diarrhea persists for more than:

  • 12 hours in children under 3 years
  • 24 hours in children aged between 3 years to adults

If you are taking HydraLyte for a chronic medical condition, ensure you are seeking the advice of your doctor regarding the long-term management of your condition.

HydraLyte contains 1.5-1.6 glucose monohydrate per 4fl oz (100 ml). (Equivalent to 1.45 g Glucose anhydrous).

For people with diabetes, this amount of glucose may or may not be considered safe depending on your blood glucose control and medication use. This applies to both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Always consult your healthcare professional before adding a new product to your diet.

Yes! HydraLyte is a special effervescent powder that dissolves instantly with no stirring. There’s a light sparkling flavor with some fizzing during mixing so always leave room in your glass or bottle.

Ingredients

What are the main ingredients in HydraLyte?

The critical ingredients for rapid rehydration are glucose, sodium, potassium, chloride and citrate. Each HydraLyte product format and flavor contains different ingredients. Please refer to our product packaging or visit the relevant product pages for the full list of ingredients.

All Natural Electrolyte Powder: 20 calories 

Effervescent Electrolyte Tablets: 20 calories

Ready-to-Drink Electrolyte Drinks: 15 calories

Our all-natural electrolyte powders contain 3g of sugar per serving – 75% less sugar than leading sports drinks.

Original All-Natural Electrolyte Powder contains 5g of carbs per serving


HydraLyte Plus Energy Boost contains 3g of carbs per serving


HydraLyte Plus Collagen Boost contains 6g of carbs per serving


HydraLyte Plus Immune System Boost contains 5g of carbs per serving


HydraLyte Effervescent Tablets contain 5g of carbs per serving


HydraLyte Ready-to-Drink contains 4g of carbs per serving

Most HydraLyte products don’t contain caffeine. We do offer two HydraLyte Plus products with caffeine from green tea extract: 

1) Energy Boost in lemon lime with 7 electrolytes and green tea extract,  perfect for pre-workouts, afternoon slumps, or morning pick-me-ups! 

2) Liver Support in blood orange with 7 electrolytes, 6 antioxidants and B vitamins, the perfect complement to happy hour.  

Stevia Leaf Extract is a low-calorie natural sweetener that allows us to make HydraLyte taste great without adding unnecessary calories.

Sodium is one of the key electrolytes utilized in the sodium-glucose pump. When combined with glucose and potassium, sodium enhances water absorption in the body.

Subscriptions

How much can I save with Subscriptions?

You will save 20% on all subscription orders on all products.

All of our subscriptions are set to one or two month intervals. If you would like your subscription set to a different interval just reach out to us at orders@hydralyte.com and we will be happy to adjust it for you.

You can view your active subscriptions from your HydraLyte account. Go to https://hydralyte.com/account.

You can access your customer portal through your store account login. If you have not registered an account, you will need to create an account using the same email address used at checkout.

If you forgot your password, click on forgot password?

Once you are logged into your account, you will see a section labeled subscriptions (this is located in the dropdown menu on mobile). Click into this section to see all active subscriptions.

Absolutely! If you need to do one of the following: order now, skip your next order, or cancel your subscription you can do so via your HydraLyte account at https://hydralyte.com/account.

These actions can be done both at the order level (if you have multiple products on one subscription) and the product level.

Once you click into the subscription section you will need to click into the order that you want to manage. From here, click into the product(s) you want to manage and you can choose to order now, skip this order or cancel subscription. 

You can do so via your HydraLyte account at https://hydralyte.com/account. Once you are logged into your account, you will see a section labeled subscriptions (this is located in the dropdown menu on mobile). Click into this section to see all active subscriptions. At the bottom of the page you will see a payment method section, click into this to change or add your address.  Note that you will have to hit the “Send Update Email” to complete the process.

If you are having issues updating the payment method please contact us at orders@hydralyte.com and we can send you a direct link to update your payment.

You can do so via your HydraLyte account at https://hydralyte.com/account.

Once you are logged into your account, you will see a section labeled subscriptions (this is located in the dropdown menu on mobile). Click into this section to see all active subscriptions. At the bottom of the page you will see a shipping address section, click into this to change or add your address.

If you are having issues updating or adding a shipping address please contact us at orders@hydralyte.com and we can send you a direct link to update your information.  

No other offers can be used with Subscribe & Save discounts.