{"id":356143,"date":"2026-01-22T17:41:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T15:41:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/fluid-balance-nervous-system-and-magnesium-the-underestimated-importance-of-electrolytes\/"},"modified":"2026-04-07T13:22:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T10:22:15","slug":"fluid-balance-nervous-system-and-magnesium-the-underestimated-importance-of-electrolytes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/en\/fluid-balance-nervous-system-and-magnesium-the-underestimated-importance-of-electrolytes\/","title":{"rendered":"Fluid balance, nervous system and magnesium \u2013 the underestimated importance of electrolytes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Hydration and electrolytes are the cornerstones of body health and functioning. While water is the primary fluid that keeps us alive, <strong data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"605\">electrolytes<\/strong> ensure the proper electrical environment of our cells, fluid balance and muscle and nerve function. This means that consuming fluids with electrolytes can be beneficial in many cases \u2013 especially when the body loses fluid through sweating, intense training or heat.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"941\">\ud83e\udde0 What are electrolytes?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"1139\">Electrolytes are <strong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"982\">ionic minerals<\/strong> that carry electrical charge when they dissolve in water. The main electrolytes in the body are <strong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1124\">sodium, potassium, calcium, chloride and <a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/tooted\/mineraalid\/magneesium\/\" title=\"magnesium\">magnesium<\/a><\/strong>. They help:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1319\">\n<li data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1171\">\n<p data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1171\">maintain fluid balance,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1196\">\n<p data-start=\"1174\" data-end=\"1196\">conduct nerve impulses,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1249\">\n<p data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1249\">regulate muscle contractions (including heart muscle),<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1319\">\n<p data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1319\">stabilize the body&#8217;s pH level.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Without sufficient electrolytes, these processes cannot function efficiently \u2013 the body cannot properly transport water into and out of cells.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1531\">\ud83e\uddea Why is magnesium important?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1676\"><strong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1547\">Magnesium<\/strong> is one of the electrolytes whose role is often underestimated, but it participates in many of the body&#8217;s biochemical reactions. For example:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"2049\">\n<li data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1793\">\n<p data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1793\">Magnesium is <strong data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1727\">important for muscle relaxation<\/strong> and helps prevent cramps.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1793\">It is associated with <strong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1832\">energy production<\/strong> and reduces fatigue.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1793\">Additionally, magnesium supports <strong data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1949\">nervous system function<\/strong> and helps maintain the proper balance of electrolytes in cells.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Puhdas-elektroluutide-jook-kallistab-vett.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-356035\" src=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Puhdas-elektroluutide-jook-kallistab-vett.png\" alt=\"Puhdas+ electrolyte vitamin water\" width=\"349\" height=\"233\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2520\"><strong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2510\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/en\/tooted\/drinks\/vitamin-water\/electrolyte-vitamin-water-330-ml\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2508\">Electrolyte + vitamin water with magnesium 330 ml<\/a><\/strong> contains:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2772\">\n<li data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2590\">\n<p data-start=\"2524\" data-end=\"2590\">water and <strong data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2548\">electrolytes<\/strong> (including magnesium citrate, sodium chloride),<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2591\" data-end=\"2631\">\n<p data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2631\"><strong data-start=\"2593\" data-end=\"2608\"><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/en\/tooted\/vitamins\/vitamin-c\/vitamin-c-powder-1000-mg-200-g\/\" title=\"vitamin C\">vitamin C<\/a><\/strong> (known antioxidant),<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2772\">\n<p data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2772\">low sugar content flavor (2,5 g\/100 ml) \u2013 which is significantly less than many sports drinks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2805\">\n<p data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2805\">This combination can support:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"3039\">\u2714 restoration of fluid and mineral balance after sweat loss,<br data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2879\" \/>\u2714 <strong data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2895\">recovery<\/strong> after physical exertion,<br data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2926\" \/>\u2714 <strong data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2947\">energy metabolism<\/strong> and general well-being thanks to vitamin C and magnesium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"3039\">\n<h2 data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"424\">\ud83d\udca7 Electrolytes and magnesium \u2013 why might the body need them in everyday life too?<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"822\">Electrolytes and fluid balance are often associated with sports or hot summer days. In reality, electrolyte levels in the body are affected by <strong data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"637\">many everyday physiological and lifestyle-related factors<\/strong> that may not be immediately visible. The balance of electrolytes \u2013 including magnesium \u2013 is important for the normal functioning of the nervous system, muscles, heart and metabolism throughout life.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"861\">\ud83e\udde0 The role of electrolytes in the organism<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1023\">Electrolytes (such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chloride) are minerals that dissolve in water and conduct electrical signals. They are essential for:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1229\">\n<li data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1057\">\n<p data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1057\">transmitting nerve impulses<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1114\">\n<p data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1114\">regulating muscle contractions and relaxation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1144\">\n<p data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1144\">maintaining heart rhythm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1190\">\n<p data-start=\"1147\" data-end=\"1190\">maintaining fluid and blood pressure balance<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1229\">\n<p data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1229\">cellular energy production (ATP synthesis)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1410\">\ud83d\udcda <em data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1242\">Reference:<\/em><br data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1245\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/17277604\/\">Sawka et al., <strong data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1293\">Exercise and Fluid Replacement<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1336\">Medicine &#038; Science in Sports &#038; Exercise<\/em>, 2007<\/a><br data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1345\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28140318\/\">Costello et al., <strong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1391\">Magnesium in human health<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1404\">Nutrients<\/em>, 2016<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1502\">\u26a0\ufe0f Electrolyte balance can be disrupted by factors other than heat and exercise<\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1554\">1\ufe0f\u20e3 Daily stress and nervous system load<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1791\">Chronic stress increases cortisol and adrenaline levels, which in turn <strong data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1674\">accelerate magnesium excretion in urine<\/strong>. Magnesium has a calming effect on the nervous system, and its deficiency can worsen anxiety, sleep disorders and muscle tension.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1793\" data-end=\"1948\">\ud83d\udcda <em data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1804\">Reference:<\/em><br data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1807\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/7836621\/\">Seelig, <strong data-start=\"1815\" data-end=\"1894\">Consequences of magnesium deficiency on the enhancement of stress reactions<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1942\">Journal of the American College of Nutrition<\/em>, 1994<\/a><\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"2006\">2\ufe0f\u20e3 Consumption of coffee, alcohol and diuretics<\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2212\">\n<li data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2097\">\n<p data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2097\"><strong data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2032\">Caffeine and alcohol<\/strong> promote the excretion of fluids and electrolytes through the kidneys<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2212\">\n<p data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2212\">Certain <strong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2118\">medications<\/strong> (such as blood pressure medications, diuretics) can reduce sodium, potassium and magnesium levels<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2305\">This means that even with adequate water intake, the mineral balance may be disrupted.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2410\">\ud83d\udcda <em data-start=\"2310\" data-end=\"2318\">Reference:<\/em><br data-start=\"2318\" data-end=\"2321\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/1535557\/\">Whang et al., <strong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2371\">Magnesium depletion due to drugs<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"2373\" data-end=\"2404\">Archives of Internal Medicine<\/em>, 1992<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2410\">\n<h3 data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2466\">3\ufe0f\u20e3 Digestive tract problems and absorption disorders<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2718\">Diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), celiac disease or inflammatory bowel diseases can significantly reduce the absorption of electrolytes and minerals. In such situations, the body may need <strong data-start=\"2665\" data-end=\"2717\">easily absorbed electrolytes in liquid form<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2809\">\ud83d\udcda <em data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2731\">Reference:<\/em><br data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2734\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24470089\/\">Romani, <strong data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2789\">Magnesium homeostasis in health and disease<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2803\">Metabolism<\/em>, 2013<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2720\" data-end=\"2809\">\n<h3 data-start=\"2816\" data-end=\"2864\">4\ufe0f\u20e3 Inadequate or imbalanced nutrition<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2904\">Modern nutrition often contains:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"3016\">\n<li data-start=\"2906\" data-end=\"2959\">\n<p data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2959\">processed foods (lots of sodium, little magnesium)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"3016\">\n<p data-start=\"2962\" data-end=\"3016\">few whole grain products, legumes and green vegetables<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3137\">Studies show that <strong data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3136\">a significant portion of the European population does not reach the recommended daily amount of magnesium<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3234\">\ud83d\udcda <em data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3150\">Reference:<\/em><br data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3153\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.efsa.europa.eu\/en\/efsajournal\/pub\/4186\">EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, <strong data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3228\">Dietary Reference Values for magnesium<\/strong>, 2015<\/a><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3139\" data-end=\"3234\">\n<h3 data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3279\">5\ufe0f\u20e3 Age and hormonal changes<\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3281\" data-end=\"3297\">With increasing age:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3386\">\n<li data-start=\"3298\" data-end=\"3330\">\n<p data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3330\">mineral absorption decreases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3331\" data-end=\"3361\">\n<p data-start=\"3333\" data-end=\"3361\">medication use increases<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3362\" data-end=\"3386\">\n<p data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3386\">kidney function changes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3543\">Hormonal fluctuations (such as PMS, menopause) can also increase magnesium needs, as this mineral participates in muscle and nervous system regulation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3680\">\ud83d\udcda <em data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3556\">Reference:<\/em><br data-start=\"3556\" data-end=\"3559\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/magnesiumeducation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Nielsen-Lukaski-Mg-and-exercise.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Nielsen &#038; Lukaski, <strong data-start=\"3578\" data-end=\"3639\">Update on the relationship between magnesium and exercise<\/strong>, <em data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"3674\">Current Sports Medicine Reports<\/em>, 2006<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-scaled.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-356036\" src=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"electrolyte vitamin water with magnesium Puhdas+\" width=\"2560\" height=\"947\" srcset=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-1024x379.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-768x284.jpg 768w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-1536x568.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-2048x758.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-640x237.jpg 640w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-400x148.jpg 400w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-500x185.jpg 500w, https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/elektroluutide-vitamiinivesi-magneesiumiga-Puhdasplus-700x259.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"3687\" data-end=\"3758\">\ud83e\udd64 Electrolyte + vitamin water with magnesium as daily support<\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3862\"><strong data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3817\">Electrolyte + vitamin water with magnesium (330 ml)<\/strong> can be a practical choice in situations where:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3864\" data-end=\"4059\">\n<li data-start=\"3864\" data-end=\"3930\">\n<p data-start=\"3866\" data-end=\"3930\">fluid is consumed, but mineral levels may be low<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3931\" data-end=\"3985\">\n<p data-start=\"3933\" data-end=\"3985\">there is fatigue, muscle tension or concentration difficulties<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3986\" data-end=\"4059\">\n<p data-start=\"3988\" data-end=\"4059\">you want a low sugar alternative to sweet drinks<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4183\">In addition to electrolytes, the drink contains <strong data-start=\"4099\" data-end=\"4114\">vitamin C<\/strong>, which supports the immune system and helps reduce oxidative stress.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4183\">\n<p data-start=\"4061\" data-end=\"4183\">Try it and notice how <strong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2510\"><a class=\"decorated-link\" href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/en\/tooted\/drinks\/vitamin-water\/electrolyte-vitamin-water-330-ml\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2508\">Electrolyte + vitamin water with magnesium 330 ml<\/a><\/strong> can change your daily well-being!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Read also:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/testiryhma-testasi-puhdas-hairboosteria-mahtavin-tuloksin\/\" title=\"Test group tested Puhdas+ Hairbooster with excellent results\">Test group tested Puhdas+ Hairbooster with excellent results<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/beauty-sleep-anna-ihosi-levata-ja-uusiutua-yon-aikana\/\" title=\"Beauty Sleep \u2013 let your skin rest and renew during the night!\">Beauty Sleep \u2013 let your skin rest and renew during the night!<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/maajoukkuejalkapalloilija-matti-peltola-puhdas-n-tiimiin\/\" title=\"National team footballer Matti Peltola joins the Puhdas+ team\">National team footballer Matti Peltola joins the Puhdas+ team<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/puhdasplus.ee\/en\/blog\/\" title=\"Puhdas+ blog\">All blog articles \u2192<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hydration and electrolytes are the cornerstones of body health and functioning. 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