Adam Scepaniak 11.12.24
We live in a society of Go! Go! Go! and I will sadly admit I am a part of it. Running from one engagement or task to the next, we are constantly on the move, and I am not simply talking about the rat race in the concrete jungle. On any given day, I am feeding cattle, picking eggs, walking dogs, hunting, writing, working out, and/or doing outdoor photography. Moreover, raise your hand if you drink coffee like you breathe oxygen (I quietly raise my hand). In the hectic lives we live we are often over-caffeinated and dehydrated. This can lead to long-term negative health effects, and in the short-term, it can horribly hamper your ability to drag a deer out of the woods. For all of those reasons, I have been more mindful of how much water I drink everyday and am trying to not cramp up checking the mail. So, today we are going to take a closer look at a product that should enable to us to remain well-hydrated for longer in Native Path “Native Hydrate” which is an electrolyte and amino acid drink mix. Let’s dive in!
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Specifications: Native Path “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix
As we mentioned before, Native Path “Native Hydrate” is a simple electrolyte and amino acid drink mix that you can mix with water to really improve your hydration efforts. Just add 1 scoop to every 12 – 16 ounces of water you’re desiring to drink. Then, mix thoroughly, and enjoy! It’s that simple.
- Restore Whole-Body Hydration: 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. The cause can be as simple as not drinking enough water, or from taking certain medications. By supplementing with electrolytes like sodium, potassium, and magnesium, you’re effectively restoring hydration, energy, and muscle, heart, and digestive health.*
- Reduce Brain Fog: Your brain is roughly 73% water.* This is why dehydration often leads to symptoms like headaches, brain fog, and irritability. Proper hydration with water and electrolytes has been scientifically proven to maintain cognitive functions like memory, focus, and mental alertness.
- Support Muscle Health: BCAAs boast a wide range of benefits for muscles—from promoting muscle growth to enhancing muscle recovery after physical activity.* This is why we included a 2:1:1 blend of BCAAs—L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine—to give your muscles the nutrients they need to stay strong and healthy.
- Zero Sugar: To compliment Native Hydrate’s peachy mango flavor, we added a touch of pure stevia extract. This sweetener is 100% natural, zero-calorie, and zero-glycemic.
- Clean Ingredients With High Bioavailability: We source the highest quality, bioavailable forms of vitamins and minerals to ensure optimal absorption and effectiveness. Take our sodium, for instance. Rather than opting for sea salt, we exclusively obtain our salt from Pakistan’s Himalayan region. This deliberate choice eliminates any potential worries about microplastic contamination typically associated with sea salt (a concern prevalent among other electrolyte mixes).
Native Hydrate is a zero-sugar electrolyte and BCAA drink mix that supports hydration, energy, and muscle health. It combines 14 vitamins and minerals, all 9 essential amino acids, and 2,000 mg of BCAAs into one convenient scoop. Simply add to water and enjoy.
Supplement Facts & Ingredients: Native Path “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix
The one thing that caught my eye about this electrolyte and amino drink mix is that it doesn’t have any of the “junk” in it. You know what I mean. No food dyes, unnecessary fillers. The garbage that is in the so-called drink mixes you find in the pop aisle of the grocery store. This is an actual health product that has been mindfully constructed to of benefit to our health and hydration needs.
INGREDIENTS: Thiamine (as Thiamine HCI), Riboflavin, Niacin (as Niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCI), Folate (as Calcium 5-Methyltetrahydrofolate), Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin), Biotin, Pantothenic Acid (as D-Calcium Pantothenate), Choline (as Choline Bitartrate), Calcium (from Lithothamnion spp), Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate), Zinc (as Zinc Amino Acid Chelate), Sodium (as Himalayan Rock Salt), Potassium (as Potassium Citrate), BCAA 2:1:1 (L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine), L-Glutamine, L-Glycine, L-Lysine HCI, L-Threonine, Taurine, L-Phenylaline, Choline Bitartrate, L-Histidine, Calcium Carbonate (from Lithothamnion spp. (Aquamin™)), Inositol, L-Tryptophan, L-Methionine.
OTHER INGREDIENTS: Citric Acid (flavor protector), Malic Acid (flavor protector), Natural Flavors, Stevia Extract, Beta-Carotene (for color), Silica.
What’s the Upsell? Why Native Path?
There is next to no market or product in the world that is without competitors. So, a simple yet important question that should be asked is: “What’s the upsell? Why should someone choose Native Path over competitor X,Y,Z?” Well, for me, the reason was that Native Path uses natural ingredients and they have a transparent product (no secret gross fillers). Here are a few ways – according to Native Path – that they’ve paved the Path for you…
- Ingredients From Nature, Not a Laboratory: Each of our ingredients is sourced ethically, sustainably, and with your health in mind.
- Uplifting Community: A community of over 1,000,000 people worldwide. And a Private Facebook Group of over 50,000 people where we share daily health tips, encouraging stories, and monthly health challenges.
- Educational Resources: With offerings like paleo recipes, free courses, and the latest health news, so you can feel equipped and empowered to live a healthy lifestyle.
- GMP-Certified: Each of our supplements is made in the USA and produced in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) Certified Facility.
- Trustworthy Testing: No supplement leaves our warehouse without a Certificate of Analysis (COA).
Putting it to the Test: Native Path “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix
So, how did I actually use this product and how did it perform for me?… Like I alluded to in the beginning, I live a manic lifestyle like many of you and that begins from the moment I wake up with lots of coffee. Being a healthy person most of my life, I have reasonably fit yet I am still deficient in certain areas like my hydration. By not consuming enough water and/or having too many diuretics in your life (coffee, energy drinks, beer, etc), you are hurting your overall health if done for long periods of time.
To combat this, I started using Native Path “Native Hydrate” a couple months ago. Upon waking and before I drink my first cup of coffee, I would mix a glass of water with Native Path “Native Hydrate” to start my day off hydrated. This has helped cut that “morning mental fog” much better than trying to chug coffee. Do I still drink coffee? Of course. But, now I have seen myself drinking less coffee because I don’t feel like I need it to be mentally sharp in the morning.
I have also brought it with me to the gym when I workout in the morning. So, I am not only improving my hydration, but the additional supplementation of amino acids is helping with my workouts and the recovery of them as well.
By mixing in Native Path “Native Hydrate” into the water I drink, I also find myself more motivated and wanting to drink more water throughout the day because the Peach Mango flavor I tested tastes great. Water can be boring to hit whatever you goal is for the day, but adding in some Native Path “Native Hydrate” makes it taste better and nearly seem like a treat for yourself.
I also liked to see that Native Path “Native Hydrate” used the hydrate smarter, not harder marketing phrase because my father has told me my entire life to “work smarter, not harder.” So, why not apply that to our health and hydration needs? It’s a no-brainer.
Departing Thoughts
So, what are my final thoughts on the Native Path “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix?… Overall, if you are slackin’ in your hydration like I am, you would absolutely benefit from using this electrolyte and amino acid drink mix. It tastes great – and although I haven’t been able to try their other flavors – it is a safe assumption they probably taste great, too. Also, at the price of $50 per jar, they are not overly expensive considering it is bettering your health.
In closing, I want to say thank you to Native Path for allowing AllOutdoor and myself the opportunity to try out their Native Path “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix. That is greatly appreciated. Also, we would like to know what all of you guys and gals think? Do you believe that the Native Path “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix are something worth spending your money on? Would you use some at the gym? As a daily part of your diet? As always, let us know all of your thoughts about Native Path and the “Native Hydrate” Electrolyte & Amino Acid Drink Mix in the Comments below! We always appreciate your feedback.
