What are the changes that redmond have made ?
1. The Name
Re-Lyte Electrolyte Mix is now Re-Lyte Hydration. Redmond think the new name makes it easier to understand Re-Lyte’s most important purpose— to keep you perfectly hydrated!
2. The Label
Redmond redesigned the label so it looks sleeker and is easier to distinguish from the other products in their Re-Lyte line.
3. The Calcium
Re-Lyte Hydration contains calcium carbonate instead of calcium lactate. There are a few benefits to calcium carbonate that motivated Redmond to make the switch, like better mixability and fewer calories (you can read more about those below).
If you have concerns related to the quality, bioavailability, or side effects of calcium carbonate, Redmond want to share some information that could help put your mind at ease.
They only use the highest-quality, pharmaceutical-grade, purified calcium carbonate. You should also know that hydrating with Re-Lyte isn’t the same as taking calcium carbonate by itself.
As Re-Lyte dissolves, the calcium carbonate interacts with the citric acid in their formula to create calcium citrate, which is the form of calcium that’s known to be most bioavailable and easiest on the stomach. You can learn more about why they chose to use calcium carbonate in Re-Lyte further down in this blog.
4. How It Mixes
Thanks to the calcium change, Re-Lyte Hydration mixes quickly and easily. They were super excited to learn that this simple change would make Re-Lyte a whole lot easier to mix without adding anti-caking agents or other additives.
5. The Calories
By switching to calcium carbonate, they reduced the calorie count in their flavoured Re-Lyte varieties from five calories per serving to zero, so they’re more fasting-friendly than ever!
6. The Serving Size
Calcium carbonate is 40% calcium while calcium lactate is only 13% calcium. That means you need less calcium carbonate to get the same serving of calcium. As a result, Re-Lyte’s serving size (and the net weight of the jars) will decrease slightly. But you’ll still get the same amount of each electrolyte in a serving, and you’ll get the same number of servings per jar.
What Stayed the Same? Everything Else!
Rest assured, Re-Lyte Hydration is the simple, clean, and real electrolyte mix you know and love. Redmond are committed to using the same high-quality, effective ingredients and keeping the electrolyte ratio that keeps you feeling your best.
More about Calcium Carbonate
Calcium carbonate makes Re-Lyte products easier to mix and makes Re-Lyte Hydration calorie-free. Because it’s combined with citric acid and other ingredients, taking calcium carbonate in Re-Lyte isn’t the same as taking it by itself.
Redmond think the original formulas for all of their Re-Lyte products are pretty great, and they know a lot of their customers agree. But as any Re-Lyte fan knows, their original Re-Lyte formulas can be a little difficult to mix.
In the spirit of continuous improvement, they set their sights on making their Re-Lyte line mix easier without sacrificing their dedication to quality. Shortly after they started experimenting, they discovered that changing the type of calcium in Re-Lyte made it mix better and made Re-Lyte Hydration (formerly Re-Lyte Electrolyte Mix) calorie-free for their fasting community— a win-win!
The new calcium they’re using is calcium carbonate. This form of calcium is one of the most common in supplements. It’s high in elemental calcium and it’s added to (and found naturally in) many foods today.
They’ve heard some concerns related to the quality, bioavailability, and side effects of calcium carbonate so they wanted to share some information that could help put your mind at ease.
The Quality of Our Calcium Carbonate
They use the highest-quality calcium carbonate. It is a mined mineral, but it’s pharmaceutical grade and purified, which means it doesn’t come straight from the rock (a misconception they’ve heard).
The calcium carbonate they’re using doesn’t cost us any less than the calcium lactate they used previously. Cost was never a motivating factor in this switch. They did it to provide their customers with the best Re-Lyte experience.
Are There Side Effects?
When taken by itself, calcium carbonate is alkaline and can neutralize stomach acid (it’s even used in popular antacids like Rennie and Alka Seltzer). These qualities lead to concerns that it can cause mild digestive issues and should only be taken with food.
But hydrating with Re-Lyte isn’t like taking calcium carbonate by itself. Re-Lyte includes other electrolytes and ingredients like citric acid, which counteracts the alkalinity of calcium carbonate before it reaches your stomach. In fact, as Re-Lyte dissolves, the calcium carbonate interacts with the citric acid to create calcium citrate, which is the form of calcium that’s known to be easiest on the stomach.
The Bioavailability of Our Calcium Carbonate
There are a lot of factors that impact bioavailability—age, body chemistry, stomach pH, vitamin D levels, hormone levels, and a host of other things.
They haven’t done their own studies and can’t make any promises about the bioavailability of the calcium in Re-Lyte products. They can say that research shows calcium carbonate is bioavailable, although it may be slightly less bioavailable than some other forms of calcium.
But it’s important to consider what they mentioned above. As Re-Lyte dissolves, the calcium carbonate interacts with the citric acid to form calcium citrate. So it makes more sense to look at the bioavailability of calcium citrate, which is known to be one of (if not the) most bioavailable forms of calcium. Research shows that calcium citrate is well-absorbed on an empty stomach or after a meal.
Elevating the Re-Lyte Experience
They’re excited about the benefits of this change, and they hope you agree!
