The Met Office is predicting a sixth heatwave of the summer, and one writer says she has found the one product that helped her get through the previous five: VE Hydrotine electrolytes.
A Dire Summer for Brits
Air conditioners have sold out, Currys' shelves are empty where fans should have been, and no ice lollies are left in Tesco's freezer. It is a dire situation faced by Brits for weeks on end, but there was one positive from the relentless heat: the discovery of electrolytes.
Previously dismissed as a fad, the writer decided to give them a go in an attempt to avoid complete dehydration. The daily sachet means she no longer has to buy, measure, and mix separate creatine and electrolyte powders every morning, as they are already combined.
The Hybrid Formula
Most creatine powders settle at the bottom of the glass like sand, but Hydrotine dissolves quickly in 500ml of cold water with just a few shakes. Each single-serve sachet packs 3g of Creatine Monohydrate alongside Pink Himalayan Salt, Potassium, Magnesium, Vitamin C, and B-vitamins (B3 & B12).
Creatine is widely researched for enhancing muscle strength, power output, and cognitive function, while electrolytes manage fluid balance and prevent cramping. Combining the two in a caffeine-free, vegan, and stevia-sweetened formula makes it easy to stay consistent without suffering from energy crashes or late-night jitters.
Flavours and Value
Deciding on flavours can be difficult, but the Taster Pack bundle provides two taster tubes containing 24 sticks total, divided across three distinct flavours: Orange & Mango, Raspberry Lemonade, and the writer's personal favourite, Pineapple Passion, which she finds particularly refreshing in the heat.
At around £1.04 per serving, it is a slight premium for convenience compared to purchasing bulk bags of uninviting and unappetising creatine powder and salt. However, for anyone who wants single-serve portability for busy days, the added convenience fully justifies the price.
The advice stands: get your hands on a few before the next heatwave to ensure you're absorbing enough liquid.
