Hydration & Electrolytes – The Dynamic Duo for Optimal Health
Guest Expert: Kira Sutherland
Host: Natalie Hume
Podcast: Let’s Talk Natural Medicine | Episode 8
Duration: 24 minutes
Format: Video + Audio
Why Hydration and Electrolytes Matter
In this insightful episode of Let’s Talk Natural Medicine, host Natalie Hume sits down with Kira Sutherland — sports nutritionist, naturopath, and expert in female health — to dive deep into one of the most essential (and most overlooked) foundations of good health: hydration and electrolytes.
Even mild dehydration can impact your:
- Energy levels
- Mood and emotional regulation
- Cognitive performance
While drinking water is vital, Kira explains that electrolytes — like sodium, potassium, and magnesium — play a key role in supporting your body’s overall function and athletic performance.
In This Episode, Kira Covers:
- Why hydration and electrolyte balance are essential for energy and health
- How hydration needs change with age, lifestyle, and activity levels
- The roles of sodium, magnesium, potassium, and other minerals
- Common hydration myths — and whether you really need sports drinks
- Practical, practitioner-approved strategies to stay hydrated and balanced
Whether you're an athlete, a health-conscious practitioner, or someone trying to boost your daily energy and mental clarity — this episode offers practical takeaways and expert insight to support your wellbeing year-round.
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