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Pink Himalayan Salt

Sodium support for hydration and neuromuscular function

Science and Ingredients — Formulation Research

This entry documents the biological mechanisms, human research, and formulation rationale for ingredients used in Steady Energy. Content is provided for transparency and educational purposes, not marketing.


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Category


Hydration, electrolyte balance, and physical performance


Why it's included


To support hydration status, electrolyte balance, and normal neuromuscular function during prolonged physical activity and heat exposure.



What it is


Pink Himalayan salt is a naturally occurring form of sodium chloride obtained from ancient salt deposits. Like other salt sources, it primarily provides sodium, an essential electrolyte required for fluid balance and nerve and muscle function.


While often distinguished by trace mineral content, its primary physiological role in nutrition is as a sodium source.



Mechanism of action


Sodium is the principal extracellular electrolyte and plays a central role in maintaining fluid balance, blood volume, and osmotic pressure.


It is essential for:


  • Nerve impulse transmission

  • Muscle contraction

  • Regulation of fluid distribution between compartments


During physical work and heat exposure, sodium is lost through sweat. Inadequate replacement can impair hydration, neuromuscular function, and physical performance.


Sodium also facilitates intestinal absorption of water and glucose, supporting effective hydration during prolonged activity.



Evidence overview


  • Sodium is essential for maintaining hydration and plasma volume


  • Sweat losses during physical work can substantially increase sodium requirements


  • Sodium intake supports fluid retention and reduces risk of exercise-associated hyponatremia


  • Human research supports sodium’s role in sustained physical performance under heat stress



Why this matters for long workdays


Blue-collar and outdoor work often involves prolonged sweating, heat exposure, and physical exertion. Fluid intake alone may be insufficient if sodium losses are not replaced.


Supporting sodium intake helps maintain hydration, muscle function, and work capacity across extended shifts, particularly in hot environments.



Role in Steady Energy


Pink Himalayan salt is included as a sodium source to support hydration and electrolyte balance alongside energy and cognitive support ingredients.


This reflects a formulation approach that treats energy as a function of hydration and physiology, not stimulation alone.



References


Human physiology and peer-reviewed research are cited where available.


  1. Sawka MN et al. American College of Sports Medicine position stand: Exercise and fluid replacement. Med Sci Sports Exerc, 2007.

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17277604/ 


  2. Maughan RJ, Shirreffs SM. Development of individual hydration strategies for athletes. Int J Sport Nutr Exerc Metab, 2008.

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19033609/ 


  3. Hew-Butler T et al. Statement of the Third International Exercise-Associated Hyponatremia Consensus Development Conference, Carlsbad, California, 2015. Clin J Sport Med, 2015.

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26102445/ 


  4. Baker LB. Sweating Rate and Sweat Sodium Concentration in Athletes: A Review of Methodology and Intra/Interindividual Variability. Sports Med, 2017.

    https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28332116/



This ingredient profile is part of the Steady Energy formulation research series.


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