On a ketogenic or very low-carbohydrate diet, the body excretes more sodium (and consequently water) through the kidneys due to lower insulin levels, which is a common cause of symptoms known as the "keto flu" – fatigue, headache, dizziness. Evolytes Powder is designed precisely to replenish these losses, as it contains a relatively high dose of sodium (355.7 mg per dose) and chloride. However, we cannot claim that the product will definitely eliminate your headaches, as they can have various causes (dehydration, lack of sleep, other health factors). If headaches persist or are severe, we recommend consulting a doctor.

Since Evolytes Powder contains no flavorings, sweeteners or sugar, each dose (2.5 g) is smaller and more concentrated on the electrolytes themselves, without "filler" ingredients. Splitting it into three smaller doses throughout the day instead of one large dose helps cover electrolyte losses more evenly over a longer period of exercise or throughout the day on a ketogenic diet, while also reducing the risk of digestive discomfort that a single large salt intake can cause. The total daily dose across three servings amounts to approximately 1067 mg of sodium and 1916 mg of chloride, which is a considerable amount, so we do not recommend increasing the dosage on your own.

For those with high blood pressure, we recommend caution, as Evolytes Powder at the recommended three-times-daily dosing reaches a relatively high total intake of sodium (over 1000 mg/day) and chloride, which may affect blood pressure in sensitive individuals. We recommend consulting a doctor before regular use of this type of supplement, especially if you are on diuretics or blood pressure medication, where interaction with sodium and potassium intake is possible.

The product is designed primarily for days with greater electrolyte loss – during exercise, on a ketogenic diet, or with heavy sweating. Daily use without a specific need (e.g. without exercise or a special diet) can lead to unnecessarily high sodium and chloride intake, as the average healthy adult obtains sufficient amounts of these minerals from a regular diet. A rare but serious exception is severe hyponatremia caused by excessive plain water intake without electrolytes during prolonged exertion (Rangan et al., 2021), which supports the usefulness of electrolytes in specific circumstances, but does not imply the necessity of daily use for a sedentary lifestyle.