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Basic Ketoade

Homemade zero-carb electrolyte drink replacing sodium, potassium, and magnesium to combat keto flu symptoms and dehydration.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Keto, Modern
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 32 ounces one quart water, filtered or tap
  • 1 teaspoon sodium chloride sea salt or pink Himalayan salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon potassium chloride salt substitute or 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/4 teaspoon magnesium glycinate powder or magnesium citrate
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice juice from 1 lemon or lime
  • 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon stevia or monk fruit powder optional

Equipment

  • 1-quart glass pitcher or water bottle
  • Measuring spoons
  • Small spoon or whisk for stirring
  • Knife for cutting citrus
  • Optional: citrus juicer or reamer
  • Optional: blender for enhanced mixing

Method
 

  1. Pour 32 ounces of filtered or tap water into a 1-quart glass pitcher or water bottle.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of sodium chloride (sea salt or pink Himalayan salt) and stir to combine.
  3. Sprinkle in 1/4 teaspoon of potassium chloride or 1/2 teaspoon of cream of tartar and mix well.
  4. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of magnesium glycinate powder or magnesium citrate until dissolved.
  5. Cut a fresh lemon or lime in half and add about 2 tablespoons of juice to the mixture.
  6. If desired, add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of stevia or monk fruit powder and stir gently to sweeten.
  7. Stir or shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds to ensure all mineral powders dissolve fully.
  8. Taste the ketoade and adjust salt, citrus juice, or sweetener as needed for balance.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or serve immediately over ice for a cold, refreshing drink.

Notes

Store ketoade in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, shaking before each serving. For easier mixing, dissolve powders in a small amount of warm water before adding cold water.