Electrolyte Imbalance
In order for your body to function properly, it is important for your electrolytes to be well balanced. This allows for proper support of nerves and healthy muscle function. The most common electrolytes are minerals like calcium and magnesium that actually carry an electric charge. These electric charges allow for the transmission of signals that are essential for proper functioning of nerves, muscle, and the heart. Electrolytes also influence body’s water composition. An electrolyte imbalance could be the result of a variety of things such as dehydration, diuretic medications, and kidney disease. For instance, when you overexert yourself when working out and do not ensure that you have an adequate amount of sodium in your system, you can experience painful leg cramps since your body’s cells are forced to strain themselves due to the lack of fluid.
