Everyone’s talking about mineral mocktails! What’s the hype all about?

Mineral mocktails are simply a way to get more minerals! We get minerals from the foods we eat (especially from fruits, vegetables, and animal proteins), but we can boost our mineral intake with hydration as well!

But WHY do we need more minerals? Well, let me ask you this:

Are you struggling with being tired all the time?

Constantly bloated?

Feeling puffy?

Peeing all day even though you drink a lot of water?

Muscle cramps?

Sleep issues?

Skin breakouts?

Very sore after workouts?

Intense cravings?

Constipation?

Pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding?

….you probably need more minerals.

Minerals run the body. They are like the spark plugs in our cells and optimize almost every system in the body. We need more minerals these days because of endless stress (physical, emotional, mental) and our soil isn’t as nutrient-rich as it once was, which impacts our food supply. 

Minerals

The 4 major minerals in our body include sodium, magnesium, calcium, and potassium. Most of us need a boost in these minerals on a daily basis.

Sodium: we need it for maintaining good fluid balance, good blood pressure, proper stomach acid levels for digestion, good blood sugar levels, and more. We get sodium mostly from the salt we add to our food and also things like sauerkraut, condiments, and pickled vegetables. 

Most of us have been taught to avoid sodium in general for better health, but the opposite is true. If you’re eating a whole food focused diet with minimal ultra processed foods high in sodium – you need to be getting enough sodium from salting your food and mineral mocktails/electrolyte products. 

(If you have specific blood pressure or heart/kidney conditions, this is certainly individualized and I recommend consulting your doctor)

Magnesium: we need it for muscle relaxation, nervous system support, optimal gut function, energy production, and more! Magnesium is one of the minerals we burn through the fastest with daily stress and it’s one that we simply do not get enough of from food alone. Good food sources include dark leafy greens, squash, seafood, and chocolate.

Potassium: we need it for optimal hydration, good blood pressure, good thyroid hormone function, nervous system support, and more. We get lots of potassium from foods like fruits, squashes, potatoes, and coconut water, but most do not meet the daily goal of about 4500mg without being intentional. 

Calcium: we need it for bone health, muscle contractions, good gut health, and insulin sensitivity. The best sources include dairy, dark leafy greens, and sardines (surprisingly). Calcium can be easier to get from food alone and it’s best to not supplement with calcium without proper testing.

Mocktails

Ok, let’s talk about the mocktails! You know that we want to focus on minerals from food first – but these mineral mocktails are going to be a delicious and fun way to boost your sodium, magnesium, and potassium intake. 

With any mineral mocktail recipe, you find these are common sources of each mineral:

Sodium – Celtic, Redmond’s real salt, or himalayan pink salt

Potassium – coconut water, 100% real fruit juice, aloe vera juice

Magnesium – supplements like Jigsaw’s Magsoothe or unflavored magnesium chelate or malate powder

Below, you will find 5 mineral mocktails recipes to try!

PINEAPPLE COCONUT

4 ounces [1⁄2 cup] coconut water

4 ounces [1⁄2 cup] pineapple juice

1 tsp cream of tartar

1⁄4 tsp Celtic or Redmond’s real salt

THE OJ ADRENAL COCKTAIL

1/4-1/2 c fresh-pressed orange juice

1/4-1/2 c coconut water

1⁄4 tsp Celtic or Redmond’s real salt

MARGARITA MOCKTAIL

6-8 oz coconut water

1⁄4 tsp Celtic or Redmond’s real salt

Fresh juice from 1 lime

SLEEP GIRL MINERAL MOCKTAIL

2 oz tart cherry juice

1 scoop Jigsaw’s Magsoothe 

¼ tsp cream of tartar

1⁄4 tsp Celtic or Redmond’s real salt

6-8 oz water

SUMMER SPRITZER

4 oz coconut water

4 oz fresh grapefruit juice

2 oz seltzer water

Lime juice

1⁄4 tsp Celtic or Redmond’s real salt

Mint, basil, or rosemary garnish

Mineral mocktail FAQs:

How many should I drink a day?

1-2 is great. 

What is the best time of day to drink these?

Any time of day! If you struggle with afternoon fatigue – try it then!

What if I’m on certain medications?

Talk to your doctor 🙂

What if I’m pregnant or nursing?

These are super helpful! You need lots of minerals right now!

Wait what’s an adrenal cocktail?

This is just a mineral mocktail that has sodium, potassium, and a source of whole-food vitamin C (orange juice) which are all great for adrenal health. 

How do I know what minerals my body really needs? 

With Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis testing! To know what minerals you would benefit the most from – using the HTMA is the best way to understand what’s going on in your cells and overall metabolic response to stress! 

An HTMA can provide answers related to:

– fatigue

– weight loss resistance

– brain fog

– sleep disturbances 

– irregular digestion

– blood sugar dysregulation

– thyroid symptoms

– adrenal fatigue 

+ more!

Are you interested in an HTMA test? We’d love to help!

Get an HTMA test + interpretation. 

This option is for you if you are only looking for places to fill in the gaps in your nutrition and lifestyle to optimize your metabolism even more. It will give you answers and a starting point!

Cheers to more mineral mocktails!

Coach Elle

This information is intended only for educational purposes and does not substitute professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider first.