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Your body loses fluids and electrolytes through normal bodily functions. When you sweat, you release copious amounts of water as well as sodium and chloride. At the same time, you lose small amounts of potassium, magnesium and calcium. Because you sweat a lot when the weather is hot, it's normal to be wary of dehydration and electrolyte loss during the summer. But dehydration and electrolyte imbalance aren't seasonal issues – in fact, you can suffer from both any time of the year, even more so during the colder months.

When you're exposed to cold, your body tries to retain heat by constricting blood flow to your skin. While this helps keep you warm, it unfortunately reduces your thirst sensation, which is why you don't feel thirsty in winter. It also increases your blood pressure, which prompts your kidneys to filter out excess fluid from your blood, making you urinate more frequently. Because these responses cause you to lose more fluids and electrolytes, it's important to have an easy way of replenishing lost nutrients.

In this feature article, you will learn about the important functions of minerals and electrolytes, and why maintaining optimal levels of these nutrients is crucial for your overall health.

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