What’s Really in Your Electrolytes: A Deep Dive Into the Iron Age Formula
At Iron Age, we don’t hide behind proprietary blends or fake science. Our electrolyte formula is designed for real-world performance and clinical-level hydration — with zero unnecessary fluff. Here’s a breakdown of every ingredient we use, why it’s there, and how we keep it clean, natural, and effective.
Potassium – 250 mg
Potassium is one of the most under-consumed minerals in modern diets, and it’s critical for regulating muscle contractions, nerve signals, and blood pressure. We use a solid, functional dose to help restore what you lose through sweat, training, and daily movement.
Calcium – 20 mg
Calcium supports muscle contraction, bone strength, and nerve transmission. While it’s not the star of this formula, we include a light but effective amount to round out the electrolyte profile without overloading your system.
Magnesium Citrate – 65 mg
Most people are chronically low in magnesium — and it shows up as fatigue, cramps, and poor recovery. We use magnesium citrate because it’s one of the most bioavailable forms. At 65 mg, you’re getting enough to make an impact on hydration, mood, and muscular performance — without upsetting your gut.
Celtic Sea Salt – 800 mg
We choose Celtic sea salt over standard sodium chloride or Himalayan Salt because it brings a full spectrum of trace minerals, not just sodium. It’s sun-dried, mineral-rich, and helps maintain fluid balance, energy output, and proper nerve function — especially during intense training or low-carb living. Most companies opt for a cheaper alternative to drive profits, we take the hit on the cost so you can get a superior salt.
Chloride – 1,000 mg
Chloride works in tandem with sodium and potassium to help regulate fluid movement in and out of cells. It also helps maintain proper pH and stomach acid levels, which supports digestion and nutrient absorption.
Citric Acid – 1,365 mg
This one gets a bad rap — but it shouldn’t. We use natural, non-GMO citric acid, which occurs naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. It helps regulate the tartness of the drink, preserves freshness, and enhances mineral absorption.
Aspergillus niger is the number one producer of Citric Acid, because the final product contains no mold, fungus, or genetic material—just pure, food-grade citric acid. This fermentation method is used in the majority of clean-label supplements and functional foods around the world, including organic-certified products. It's a safe, highly controlled process that’s been used for over 100 years, and it's actually closer to nature than synthetic alternatives. The mold simply acts as a natural fermentation agent—much like yeast in bread or bacteria in yogurt. By using non-GMO, plant-based sugars for fermentation, we get the best product and we work with suppliers who meet the highest standards of safety, purity, and traceability.
Malic Acid – 1,365 mg
Another compound that’s often misunderstood. Malic acid is found in apples and gives them their signature sharp bite. We use it for its flavor and for its metabolic benefits — it plays a role in the Krebs cycle, the process your body uses to create energy at the cellular level. Functional and flavorful.
Natural Flavor – 350 mg
Let’s clear this up: “natural flavor” doesn’t mean artificial. Ours is extracted from real fruit compounds — like grape skin, citrus oil, and apple essence — without chemical solvents, MSG, or hidden additives.
At Iron Age, we don’t cut corners—especially when it comes to what we put in your body. Our natural flavors are exactly that: natural. We source them from real fruits, herbs, and plants—nothing synthetic, nothing modified. They're extracted using clean, non-GMO, organic methods like cold-pressing or fermentation, so what you taste is the real deal. No weird chemicals. No artificial afterburn. Just bold, pure flavor from ingredients you’d recognize in nature. Because if we wouldn’t drink it ourselves, we wouldn’t expect you to. We work only with trusted suppliers who follow strict organic and non-GMO practices to ensure our flavoring is as clean and close to nature as the ingredients themselves.
We use these to deliver our bold, clean flavors. Natural Flavors can be just that, you have to understand that science is a driving force for good, it doesn't always have to be negative.
Stevia – 273 mg
We use high-purity stevia extract from the stevia leaf — not a sugar alcohol, not synthetic, and no weird aftertaste. It lets us keep the formula sugar-free and keto-friendly while still delivering a naturally sweet finish that balances the acids.
Silicon Dioxide – 190 mg
This is a naturally occurring mineral (silica) that acts as a flow agent, keeping the powder from clumping or absorbing moisture. It’s food-safe, used in trace amounts, and helps maintain the integrity of the formula — especially if you live in a humid climate or toss a pouch in your gym bag.
Built for Performance, Backed by Purpose
This isn’t a “hydration hack.” It’s a clean, clinical-grade electrolyte solution built from scratch — with nothing to hide. Whether you’re training hard, fasting, traveling, or just trying to feel better day to day, our formula delivers what your body actually needs. No dyes, no fillers, no synthetic additives.
Iron Age isn’t just a name. It’s a lifestyle. We understand everyone has a preference, and strive to deliver top of the line ingredients, no shady advertising and lasting results with every product we make.
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