Due to its high sugar content and artificial colors and flavor, Gatorade is not a necessary beverage for all who choose to use it, including young kids and people who aren’t very active or don’t need to replace a lot of electrolytes. Electrolyte drinks that have a lower sugar content (or no added sugars) as well as more natural ingredients, have entered the market to give people more electrolyte options.  Our nutritionist-approved electrolytes are LMNT, Skratch, Local Weather, Ultima, Just Ingredients, GU, Paleo Valley, Protekt, Nuun, Cure, Liquid I.V., and Redmond ReLyte. Some of these are appropriate for high-intensity workouts and others provide everyday hydration.