Science
The Science
Your body is
more precise than
you think.
Every sachet of MNERLS is built around one thing — the exact minerals your body loses when it sweats, in doses that actually make a difference.
WHO ORS-inspired ratios
No proprietary blends
Every dose shown on label
FSSAI Category 13.6
Why electrolytes matter
Sweat isn't just water.
It's minerals leaving
your body.
Most people reach for water when they feel dehydrated. But water alone doesn't fix dehydration — because dehydration isn't just fluid loss. It's mineral loss.
When you sweat, your body loses five key electrolytes that govern everything from muscle contractions to nerve signals to fluid balance. Without replenishing these minerals, plain water can actually dilute what little electrolyte concentration remains — making things worse.
This is why athletes cramp. Why you feel foggy after a hot afternoon. Why your heart races after a long outdoor commute. Your cells are trying to function without the minerals they need.
The WHO figured this out in the 1970s.
Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) was developed to rapidly restore electrolyte balance in patients. MNERLS is built on the same science — upgraded for modern, active Indian lives, without the sugar and without the clinical taste.
What 1 hour of moderate activity costs you
Source: exercise physiology literature on sweat composition in moderate-heat conditions.
Indian summers context
At 40°C+ temperatures common across most Indian states from April to July, sweat rate can reach 1–2 litres per hour during outdoor activity. This means mineral loss happens 2–3× faster than in temperate climates.
What's inside
Five minerals.
Each one earns its place.
MNERLS contains no proprietary blends, no hidden doses, no marketing fluff. Here is exactly what is in every sachet and precisely why it is there.
Na
Sodium
~425 mg per sachet
From Himalayan Pink Salt
The primary electrolyte. Drives fluid absorption in the intestine. Without enough sodium, cells cannot move water efficiently — this is why plain water fails at rehydration.
K
Potassium
~175 mg per sachet
From KCl + Coconut Water Powder
Balances sodium inside and outside cells. The main mineral inside muscle cells — low potassium is the primary cause of exercise-induced cramps.
Mg
Magnesium
~29 mg per sachet
From Magnesium Citrate
Involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions. Critical for energy production (ATP synthesis), muscle relaxation, and nerve transmission. Citrate form chosen for superior bioavailability.
Ca
Calcium
~22 mg per sachet
From Calcium Lactate + Coconut Water
Triggers muscle contractions and nerve signals. Also supports bone integrity during repetitive impact activity. Lactate form is gentler on the stomach than carbonate.
Cl
Chloride
~690 mg per sachet
From Himalayan Pink Salt + KCl
The most abundant mineral in sweat after sodium. Maintains fluid balance, supports stomach acid production, and works alongside sodium to drive the sodium-glucose co-transport mechanism.
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Bonus ingredient
700mg Coconut Water Powder — not just for taste.
Every sachet contains 700mg of spray-dried coconut water powder, adding a natural secondary source of potassium and calcium alongside an authentic tropical base note. Coconut water has been used as a natural electrolyte source across South and Southeast Asia for centuries — we just made it precise.
Clean label promise
What we put in.
What we leave out.
Most electrolyte products in India hide behind "proprietary blends" and pad their formulas with cheap fillers. Every decision in MNERLS is intentional and visible on the label.
MNERLS contains
Ingredients that earn their place
✓ Himalayan Pink Salt — natural sodium + trace minerals
✓ Potassium Chloride — pure potassium source, no filler
✓ Magnesium Citrate — most bioavailable magnesium form
✓ Stevia Reb-A 97% — natural zero-calorie sweetener
✓ Erythritol — natural sugar alcohol, 0 glycaemic index
✓ Coconut Water Powder — natural electrolyte matrix
✓ Natural flavours only — sourced from real fruit extracts
✓ Natural plant colours — turmeric, spirulina, beetroot, annatto
✓ Vitamins C, B6, B12 — supporting mineral uptake & energy
Other brands often add
Ingredients that shouldn't be there
✗ Dextrose / Glucose — cheap sugar to hit 6% carb ratio
✗ Sucralose — synthetic sweetener linked to gut flora disruption
✗ Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K) — synthetic sweetener
✗ Proprietary mineral blends — undisclosed doses
✗ Artificial colours (Sunset Yellow, Tartrazine)
✗ Maltodextrin — cheap filler that spikes blood sugar
✗ Artificial preservatives — BHT, EDTA
✗ Gelatin — animal-derived capsule/binding agent
✗ Added caffeine — masks fatigue without addressing the cause
Zero sugar explained
We chose Stevia.
Here's exactly why.
Choosing the right sweetener is the most critical formulation decision for a sugar-free product. We tested four options. Only one passed every test.
Our choice
Stevia + Erythritol
Natural · Zero calories · 0 GI · FSSAI approved · Diabetic-safe · Plant-sourced · No gut disruption · Clean aftertaste when blended correctly
Used in MNERLS
Acceptable
Monk Fruit
Natural and clean but costs ₹15,000–20,000/kg in India — 5× more expensive than Stevia. Would push our sachet price above ₹499 for 20. Clean conscience, empty wallet.
Not viable at ₹499
Avoided
Sucralose
Synthetic chlorinated sugar. Growing evidence of gut microbiome disruption. Increasingly rejected by health-conscious consumers on label reads. Not our brand.
Not in MNERLS
Avoided
Aspartame / Ace-K
Outdated synthetic sweeteners. WHO raised concerns on Aspartame in 2023. Ace-K listed as "possibly carcinogenic" by some bodies. Flatly incompatible with a clean-label brand.
Not in MNERLS
Science FAQ
Questions we
get a lot.
We believe you deserve real answers, not marketing. These are the most common questions we get about what's in MNERLS and why.
Is MNERLS safe for diabetics?
Yes. MNERLS contains zero added sugar. It is sweetened with Stevia (Reb-A 97%) and Erythritol — both have a glycaemic index of 0 and do not spike blood glucose. However, we always recommend consulting your doctor if you are managing a medical condition.
How is MNERLS different from ORS?
ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) follows the WHO formula which includes 13.5g of glucose per litre — sugar is essential to the ORS mechanism. MNERLS uses a different absorption pathway (sodium-chloride cotransport without glucose), which works effectively without sugar for healthy adults seeking hydration rather than treating acute illness.
Why Magnesium Citrate specifically?
Different magnesium compounds have very different absorption rates. Magnesium oxide (cheap, used by many brands) has only 4% bioavailability. Magnesium citrate has approximately 66% bioavailability. We chose citrate because we want the magnesium to actually reach your cells, not pass through.
Can I drink MNERLS every day?
Yes. The sodium content per sachet (425mg) is well within daily safe limits (WHO recommends under 2,000mg/day). Daily use is safe and beneficial for anyone who sweats regularly — whether from exercise, commuting, or just living through an Indian summer.
Is MNERLS truly vegan?
Yes. Every ingredient is plant-derived or synthesised without animal involvement. Our Vitamin B12 is Methylcobalamin from fermentation — not cyanocobalamin, which can be animal-derived. Our colours are from turmeric, spirulina, beetroot, and annatto. No gelatin. No dairy. No exceptions.
Science you can taste.
₹499 for 20 sachets.
No proprietary blends. No hidden sugars. Just five minerals, done right. Try MNERLS and feel the difference precision makes.
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