describe dietary nutrients for electrolytes
Definition. Electrolytes are ions that form when salts dissolve in water or fluids. These ions have an electric charge. Positively charged ions are called cations.Negatively charged ions are called anions.n North America, commonly used over-the-counter electrolyte replacements include: 1  Sports drinks formulated to replace electrolytes lost through sweating. 2  Dietary supplements in the form of tablets and powders containing electrolytes. 3  Electrolyte replacements for children such as Pedialyte, Naturalyte, or Rehydralyte.