CREATING THE BEST ELECTROLYTE POWDER FOR ATHLETES: THE SCIENCE OF MAGNAK®

MAGNAK® is a revolutionary new electrolyte drink mix that utilizes the latest science in electrolyte medicine called Nutrient Co-transfer Technology™, a novel scientific method that allows one nutrient to improve the absorption or distribution of another within the human body.

Most sports and electrolyte drinks have utilized the principle of oral rehydration solution (ORS) in their formulas - this typically comprises salt (sodium), some sugar, and water in the solution. However, this is not optimal as a replacement drink for those athletes engaged in strenuous exercise who suffer from dehydration. 

MAGNAK® utilizes magnesium as a principal ion in its formulation to influence the function of other electrolytes. By virtue of its concentration, magnesium 1) helps stimulate vasodilation of blood vessels allowing more sodium delivery to muscles and 2) allows retention of potassium in muscles allowing them to contract without cramping. This way, magnesium as a nutrient in its proper formulation can influence the function of at least two other vital electrolytes to elicit its response, ie. muscle relaxation, preventing cramps. By correcting the subclinical magnesium deficiency that exists in more than half of Americans, MAGNAK® improves the total body magnesium stores and provides a top effective solution in what to drink for muscle cramps and reduce soreness.

Substance, not just sugar

Athletes have utilized high amounts of sugar in their formulations based on some clinical studies conducted in the 1990’s. The reasoning behind this has been that for performance, sugar is necessary. That is only partly true - the latest science behind sports drinks indicate that sugars do not prevent fatigue; electrolytes do. While some amount of sugar is needed as the immediate fuel, too much sugar only slows down the rate of absorption and delays the transport of electrolytes from the gut. MAGNAK® utilizes 8 grams of sugar per serving - enough for that instant energy while keeping the caloric content low and the solution “thin” enough to absorb faster.
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Proportions and ratios, not just any mixture of salts

If more was better, higher concentrations of any of the electrolytes would have done it! Clearly, this is not the case as the human body responds to quantitative and qualitative amounts of nutrients, and that goes for electrolytes, water and all the minerals that feed the body. Potassium is required for muscle performance but in endurance training, it leaks out from the injured muscles into the bloodstream. High levels of potassium in a dehydrated state can be dangerous. Low potassium levels can lead to cramping. 

In order to solve this puzzle, we utilized our pioneering technology of Nutrient Co-transfer™. Which means, using a much higher amount of magnesium coupled with potassium in the hydration mix.

The magnesium allows potassium to be retained in the body by reducing its urinary losses (which usually happens via ROMK channels in the kidney). This translates into less cramps despite more training! Potassium does not peak into the blood as less is required into the hydration mix when coupled with magnesium!

The MAGNAK® electrolyte powder mix has distinct proportions of three key electrolytes - sodium, potassium and magnesium that are specifically designed to exert the maximal effect on performance, leading to our top-reviewed choices in the best sports drinks for electrolytes. And how do they work together? As mentioned above, sodium maintains the blood osmolality and perfusion to the muscles as they perform. Potassium allows maximal muscle contraction via action potential and magnesium allows muscle to relax when needed thus preventing muscle cramps. And magnesium is also involved in reducing inflammation as well as protein synthesis after exercise. That means, faster recovery!

faster absorption = faster hydration 

AVOIDING NAUSEA AND BLOATING WITH SODIUM CONCENTRATED SOLUTES

Designed for faster absorption

Athletes often experience nausea and bloating when they consume sports drinks during an endurance race. This is primarily because the solution they ingest is thick and rich in sugar. By principle of osmosis, water moves from the compartment of lower osmolality to that of the higher. Thus, a solution that is thicker than blood draws more water in the gut leading to the bloating sensation. MAGNAK® utilizes a tablespoon of sugar in its serving and an optimal sodium concentration of 300 mg to allow faster absorption of the solutes into the blood stream.

Only the good stuff

That means organic sugar and salts of purest quality. No artificial colors, flavors or unwanted preservatives. No unnecessary vitamins that are NOT lost in sweat - except vitamin C (yes, we left out the Vitamin B complex on purpose!). Only the necessary stuff that creates an impact and backed by clinical data for a truly healthy sports drink.
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Designed by a Physician - Scientist specializing in electrolyte medicine

Yes, there is such a thing. Kidneys handle all of the electrolytes in the blood and maintain their levels in a normal range under different conditions. Nephrologists are kidney (renal) specialists that treat disorders of the kidney as well as those of electrolytes. MAGNAK® was designed by a Renal/Electrolyte MD after suffering from painful muscle cramps during extended periods of hiking. When commercially available and somewhat healthy sports drinks did not prevent muscle cramps (largely due to improper formulation of salts), MAGNAK® was invented. By virtue of utilizing the optimal proportions of electrolytes in its rehydration mix, MAGNAK® corrects electrolyte deficits particularly of magnesium and sodium, and improves athletic performance. And this formula has two patents awarded by the USPTO!

Ready for the Best Sports Drinks with Electrolytes?

The science behind our sports drinks are evident, and now it’s time for you to try MAGNAK® for yourself! For any questions regarding our products, contact us today to learn more.

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