SaltStick FastChews, Chewable Electrolyte Tablets for Fast Hydration & Muscle Cramp Relief, Non-GMO, Vegan, and Gluten Free, Bottle of 60 FastChews Tablets, Orange

They came highly recommended from my acupuncturist and one of her patients but I for one am not a fan. I’m 100% sure they provide the necessary electrolytes but boy are they god awful to palate even with the flavoring. I’ve managed to only get down two and refuse to punish myself any more…. They are chewable Arrived on time. Came in normal packaging for such items But… Disgusting in my opinion and hard to consume because of the over powering taste that makes your entire mouth salivate in a bad way. Everybody is different so it may work for others but definitely not for me!

I moved to a hot and humid region about three years ago. The heat has been so hard on me that I have had to cut my running from about 40 miles a week down to 20 miles a week because my body ached so much during my runs. Not just my legs at the end of a long run, but my entire body just aches and aches during short runs. I knew that the issue was hydration, but water alone wasnt cutting it, even Smartwater. I ended up suffering from kidney stones, which my doctor attributed to general dehydration. A coworker suggested I look into some sort of electrolyte replenishing product to take during my runs. I did some research and was able to pick up a couple of sticks of Saltstick caps at a running event. I tried them on a long run on a not terribly warm, yet still humid day (68 degrees, about 80% humidity). I took two chews with about a cup of water 30 minutes before I ran a 1:45 run, and I ate one chew with a drink of water every 15 minutes during my run. The results were UNBELIEVABLE! I had NO ACHES or SORENESS at all during the run. I felt the natural fatigue in my legs at the end of my run, but I did not have any of the upper body soreness or overall aches Id typically experienced when running under those conditions. I tested the chews again under warmer conditions (90 minute run, 74 degrees, 90% humidity), which were perfect conditions for the general soreness I began experiencing when I moved here. For this run, I took two chews with about a cup of water 30 minutes before I ran, and I ate TWO chews with a drink of water every 15 minutes during my run. Again, I had the natural fatigue at the end of my run, but I had NO general aches or soreness! I feel like these chews have changed my life and I am so relieved that I can start working my way back up to my former running volume! The one minor caveat I have about the chews is that I have noticed that the following day I need to go to the bathroom far more often than usual, but that is worth it for the relief these chews have brought me.

Love the flavor and small enough to easily carry on the run. I use these on long runs or when its hot out to help keep from cramping and to stay properly hydrated (along with water).

They aren’t the best tasting thing ever, but they make a significant impact on your body. Sustained hydration.

The texture of fastchews is about the same as sweet tarts/smarties. The flavors are great- not too salty like other hydration items I have tried. Peach is my favorite flavor, but if you prefer something more subtle/sweeter— try watermelon! These fast chews got me through my first summer running (and then fall/winter, too). I’m an excessive sweater no matter what I’m doing, but these save the day! They are like a little candy pick-me-up. Pop two in, chew, drink some water and keep on going for as long as you need!

I have not had leg cramps or fatigue when I play pickleball or tennis when I chew 2 of these before I play. Amazing product for electrolytes!!!

The product works well enough for replenishing electrolytes, but the tablets are chalky and too sweet when you dissolve them in your mouth.

Fast chews have been a game changer for me. I used to cramp pretty badly transitioning from biking to running during triathlons. I’m not the best at taking in water based electrolytes but these fast chews change that. They’re great addition to water based electrolytes on super hot days as well.

OMG these taste like Sweet Tarts. Same texture and flavor! Best electrolyte ever

I absolutely love the watermelon salt chews! I am a personal trainer and sports nutrition coach and often find that clients don’t know that hydration status is based on water AND electrolytes. They will tell me that they drink “tons of water” but still get cramps, headaches, and upset stomachs, and when I direct them to try taking electrolytes that are shocked at what a drastic effect they have. I find that SaltStick chews are the most convenient form because they genuinely taste good, are easy on the stomach (I have a very sensitive stomach and Gatorade, GU, HoneyStinger etc all don’t work for me), and can be taken as needed rather than having to be taken in liquid form. There is nothing I would change about this product and I couldn’t recommend it enough!