MyFoodPathEat well. One step at a time.
Hand-painted illustration of coconut, watermelon, bananas, cucumber, lemon water and sea salt.

How nutrition works

Electrolyte balance

How nutrients contribute to a normal electrolyte balance.

Electrolytes such as sodium, potassium and magnesium regulate, among other things, fluid balance and nerve signalling. Some nutrients contribute to a normal electrolyte balance according to EU health claims. Here you find them – with evidence level and sources.