Why Electrolytes + EAAs Are Now Part of My Daily Wellness Routine
Why Regular Water Isn’t Always Enough
About a year ago, while traveling in Kenya, I had what felt like a near medical emergency. I thought I was coming down with malaria—or something equally serious. I was vomiting, a deeo ache in my stomach, couldn’t hardly get out of bed. I was weak, shaky, and convinced I might need to be rushed to a hospital. Instead, the inn owner of the beach resort we were in, where it’s very hot, suggested I try electrolytes first. She said that a good majority of tourists that end up in the hospital are all suffering from dehydration. Disbelieving, my partner insisted I give them a chance before going to the hospital. Previously, I never gave electrolytes a second thought, always believing that if I drank water and ate food with enough minerals that I would be properly hydrated. But as I am hypermobile, my collagen is weak, which I learned that it so weak that my blood vessels can hardly hold the nutrients in. Many people are hypermobile, and I hear routinely of stories of muscle cramping or just feeling low energy, and my go-to has now become to recommend what I do which is to take electrolytes. Because that single decision changed everything. Within a day of taking them, I felt one hundred times better. What I thought was illness turned out to be dehydration at its core—and the missing piece wasn’t just water, but electrolytes.
Since then, electrolytes and EAAs (essential amino acids) have become non-negotiable in my daily routine, and I recommend them constantly to clients who struggle with hydration, energy, or even nighttime cramping.
Most people think dehydration is just about not drinking enough water. But here’s the truth:
Drinking too much plain water can actually dilute your electrolytes further, leaving you feeling even more depleted.
Electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, and magnesium) regulate fluid balance, nerve signaling, and energy metabolism. Without them, water doesn’t fully hydrate your cells.
That’s why athletes, travelers, people that move a lot and/or anyone under stress often feel exhausted or foggy even when they’re drinking water all day. What your body is missing isn’t more water—it’s balance.
Why EAAs Make the Difference
Along with electrolytes, I take EAAs (essential amino acids). These are the building blocks of protein, and your body can’t make them on its own.
I practice intermittent fasting almost daily, and including EAAs in my hydration routine helps me:
Maintain lean muscle even while fasting
Recover more quickly from activity
Feel fueled and steady, even in a fasted state
Together, electrolytes and EAAs create a hydration formula that supports both body and mind.
My Travel & Jetlag Discovery
On my 21-hour flight home from Kenya, I kept drinking electrolytes instead of relying on plain water. To my surprise, my jetlag was cut in half—I felt better and more grounded in less time than ever before (and I’ve done that trip several times before with long jetlag recoveries). That sealed it for me: electrolytes weren’t just a travel trick, but something I needed every day.
The Benefits I’ve Noticed Daily
Since committing to this regimen, here’s what I consistently experience:
More energy and fewer “slumps” throughout the day
Improved skin hydration—my skin feels softer, and even my cuticles stopped peeling and cracking
Better sleep scores, tracked on my Apple Watch through the AutoSleep app
No change in blood pressure—despite the sodium content, my blood pressure has remained stable, which shows that when electrolytes are in balance, they don’t cause harmful spikes
And clients I recommend this to often report fewer nighttime muscle cramps and better recovery when they stay consistent.
My Daily Electrolyte + EAA Mix
Here’s the exact combo I drink every day:
EAA + Electrolyte Mix – my daily go-to for hydration and muscle support
Liquid IV Sugar-Free – for added vitamins and electrolytes
I make a concentrate with both, then dilute it into a large water bottle so the flavor is light but still effective. This keeps my hydration steady without being overwhelming.
Final Thoughts
Hydration is so much more than just drinking water. By giving your body the electrolytes and amino acids it truly needs, you:
Support energy production
Improve recovery
Keep your skin and tissues hydrated
Sleep and feel better overall
I never travel without them now, and I drink them daily at home. If you’ve ever felt like water alone wasn’t cutting it, this is the missing piece.
👉 Try the mix I use here: Electrolyte + EAA Powder on Amazon.
Your body will thank you—with more energy, better sleep, and that radiant, hydrated glow.
