Proper hydration and a balanced diet are important for maintaining electrolyte levels. Low electrolyte levels, especially calcium, potassium and magnesium, can cause muscle cramps and weakness.

a dangerous electrolyte imbalance, increases significantly during the hottest days compared to the coldest periods. The study shows that women and the elderly are particularly vulnerable.

Simply put, electrolytes are essential minerals found in your blood, sweat and urine. They carry a positive or negative electrical charge used during the metabolic process and are ...