What Are Electrolytes?
3. Causes of Electrolyte Imbalance
Electrolyte imbalance can occur if your body doesn’t have the right amounts of one or more electrolytes. This would impair the processes that require those electrolytes and cause various dysfunctions. Electrolyte imbalance may occur as a result of inadequate intake, loss through excessive sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea, high blood pH, and use of some medications such as laxatives, diuretics, and steroids.
To ensure that your body gets a regular supply of electrolytes, eat and drink electrolyte-rich foods. These are foods that are known to be high in minerals and includes fruits and vegetables like avocado, beans, spinach, oranges, strawberries, potatoes, bananas, turkey, and fresh fruit juices. In case of deficiency, you may need supplement your mineral intake.
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