FAQ's
About elete™
What is it?
elete™ is a blend of concentrated electrolytes and 70 trace and ultra-trace minerals that can be added to any drink; cold or hot (...it is great in coffee!) or even any food. elete™ instantly delivers important electrolytes like potassium, magnesium, sodium, chloride, and sulfate to your body.
What does it taste like?
If you taste a drop of elete™ at full concentration, it has a salty flavour. When added to water at recommended concentration, elete™ will typically give it a softer ‘texture’ but not alter the taste.
What ingredients are in it?
Concentrated Inland Sea Water (containing natural trace minerals Sourced from the Great Salt Lake, Utah, USA) purified water, and potassium chloride.
CitriLyte™ also contains citric acid (plant sources) and zinc sulphate.
Why is it better than sports drinks?
elete™ is a concentrated source of electrolytes which will provide the necessary electrolytes (magnesium, sodium, potassium and chloride) in an ionically charged form that are essential for efficient hydration to take place. In addition to the 4 major electrolytes mentioned, because elete™ comprises of a blend of naturally derived brines, it also contains over 70 other trace and ultra-trace minerals in their readily absorbable ionic form. elete™ has been shown to hydrate significantly better than water alone through a scientific study on Californian Firefighters: other advantages include:-
- Optimum hydration and electrolyte balance will aid: the negative effects of cramping, maintain mental focus and provide a sound basis for energy efficiency.
- elete™ is totally 100% natural, has zero calories, contains no sugars, sweeteners, flavours, preservatives or artificial ingredients. Extra ingredients, especially artificial, inappropriate ones, when not required can cause bloating, stomach cramps and set off the gag reflex.
- elete™ has virtually no flavour.
- elete™ usage is highly flexible – for instance it can be added to carbohydrates before a exhaustive training session or competition, used with water during the activity and (if required) added to a protein drink subsequent to an event.
- elete™ is highly portable. The tiny 25ml pocket bottle will make up 10 litres of sports drink.
- elete™ is THE most effective way to hydrate. Because it contains all four main electrolytes in a totally ionically charged form in combination with an array of other trace and ultra-trace elements.
- elete™ when mixed with water has been shown to hydrate the user with 40% less water, enabling the user thus to carry less water (either inside or outside the body) and still stay optimally hydrated. Benefits in terms of weight saving are obvious.
- elete™ is excellent value, being considerably cheaper than its nearest competitor and yet also able to demonstrate being the most effective electrolyte product one can buy.
What does ionically charged mean?
An electrolyte is any substance that dissociates into ions when dissolved in a suitable medium (such as water) and thus becomes a conductor of electricity. The minerals, trace elements, ultra-trace elements dissolved in a water medium would have gained or lost one or more of their valence electrons thus giving them a net positive or negative electrical ‘ionic’ charge. In this form there is no further digestive process required. If needed by the body they are readily absorbed.
Many sports drinks which claim to contain electrolytes do not - as the minerals they contain are not in ionic form. This means that such drinks will NOT hydrate effectively. Also they may often contain only one or two minerals. elete™ contains not only the four major ionically charged electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium and chloride) generally recognised as being essential but also a significant number of trace and ultra-trace elements that are naturally present in the solar concentrated brines that mixed together to create elete™.
How to use
When should I take it?
You can use elete™ anytime. Whether you're participating in any form of exercise, a sports event or training, you can add elete™ to your water bottle or hydration system and drink it to stay hydrated, replenish lost electrolytes and thus aid performance and endurance whist delaying the onset of cramping before and during activity. You can also mix elete™ with any drink (hot or cold) or food and consume after activity to speed hydration to each cell of the body and support recovery.
How much should I take?
We recommend that, as a general guide, 2.5ml of elete™ (or 3.0ml of CitriLyte) is added to each litre of water or drink consumed (2.5ml = one capful from the 25ml pocket bottle or ½ a teaspoon). However, everyone has a different biological make-up which means different amounts can be required by different people. Furthermore, with 80% of the population of the Western World believed to be depleted in magnesium, for example, it means that many people would benefit from higher amounts of elete™. When one begins to use elete™ regularly, residual levels of electrolyte, and trace, and ultra-trace mineral deficiencies can be reversed.
Are there any side effects if I take too much?
Whilst unlikely, electrolytes can have side effects if taken in excess - we would always advise you stick to the recommended daily dose. The main side effect is that, in excessive quantities, overconsumption can cause loose bowels, if this condition is experienced, simply reduce the quantity used. If you are under the care of a healthcare practitioner, or are taking prescription medications, please consult your practitioner before taking any food supplement.
Can I use it even if I'm not active?
Certainly. elete™ is designed for anyone who wants an alternative to high-priced, high-sugar, high-calorie soft drinks, juices, and sports drinks. Everyone can benefit from the electrolytes in elete™ as they support a number of vital functions in the body. They not only allow your body to stay hydrated, but electrolytes help the brain and nervous system transmit and receive important signals, help the body's cells generate energy, and allow the muscles to contract and relax. Magnesium, for instance, is an essential mineral that is involved in more than 300 enzyme reactions in the body. We have had a number of testimonials relating to the positive health benefits people have had once they have used elete™ and helped their body to achieve a better hydration and electrolyte balance.
Can I add it to any drink?
Yes, you can. elete™ can be added to any drink or food. It is great in coffee and if used on food it acts as a flavour enhancer. This total flexibility is one of elete’s™ major benefits in that it means you can choose exactly how you want to consume it, in terms of what with, when and in what quantity.
How should I store it?
It's best to store elete™ in a cool, dry place, there is no need to refrigerate it. We always advise that it is stored out of reach of children. When traveling we recommend you use our 25ml refill bottles only (as when the larger bottles have been previously opened there is a chance they could leak due to the flip-top lid).
Order
Where can I find my order number?
Your order number will be clearly marked in your confirmation email. If you are contacting us please ensure you include your order number so we can solve your issue quicker.
Can I amend my order once placed?
Unfortunately, once your order has been processed, it is unlikely that changes can be made. If you do have any issues with your order please contact us straight away, and where possible, we will endeavour to assist.
Shipping and Returns
How much is shipping?
UK and Channel Islands:
- £1.10 for orders up to £8.90.
- £3.50 for all orders over £8.91, up to £25.95.
- For orders above £25.96 P&P is free
All orders are sent via Royal Mail 48. Please note a tracking update will only be provided upon attempted delivery, and your package is in transit with the carrier until such an update is given. We ask that you allow up to 7 working days for delivery due to occasional delays with Royal Mail.
Please note that your order will not be sent by a guaranteed service. If you need this service please contact us via email at: sales@eletewater.co.uk to discuss - please note this will incur an extra/increased charge.
Do you ship internationally?
European Destinations:
Please use: www.eletewater.fr
Rest of the World:
Please contact sales@eletewater.co.uk to discuss your requirements.
What's your returns policy?
We will accept order returns and issue a refund (minus any delivery/shipping charges) providing all the below requirements are met:
- We are notified within 48 hours of receipt that you want to return the goods.
- The order is returned to us within 5 days of notification, by recorded delivery.
- The product pack is returned unopened/unused, and in a resellable condition.
- You can read our full returns policy here.
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