Ultima Replenisher Review
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Ultima Replenisher Electrolyte Supplements
Ultima Replenisher is a zero-calorie, zero-carb, zero-sugar electrolyte supplement packed with 6 electrolytes and other support minerals. I had the opportunity to test a variety pack of Ultima Replenisher electrolyte supplements as well as a larger container of the Cherry Pomegranate flavor.
Ultima Replenisher Flavors
So far I've sampled all five flavors; Cherry Pomegranate, Lemonade, Grape, Orange, and Raspberry. My first impression for most is that they are certainly sweeter than my typical electrolyte beverage but not overpowering. The Raspberry is a perfect example, it's sweet but in the way that a fresh raspberry is sweet. It's tart, which I love, and not at all syrupy or artificial tasting.
Using Ultima
Ultima comes in powdered form and the nice part about the variety pack is that it's already packaged in single-use packets. To mix, simply add one packet of powder to 16oz of water and you're good to go. If the flavor is a little too strong for you, you can also just add a bit more water to dilute it.
Because of the sweetness, I haven't taken Ultima on my runs, opting for water instead, but my go-to use has been to premix a batch before leaving for a workout and leaving it in the fridge. Especially after last week's heat wave, an ice-cold Ultima lemonade was a godsend post-run. It's so immediately refreshing, Ultima has definitely become my go-to recovery drink post-run.
Zero-Calorie
Usually, I'm not worried about cutting calories. Still, I've been trying intermittent fasting for the last several months and so I try not to have anything besides water and black coffee before noon. When I do have a particularly tough morning run, I'll reach for something to refuel. I'm no nutritionist, but I definitely prefer a low-calorie, no-carb option to try to keep my metabolism dormant.
Keto, Paleo, Vegan, and Gluten-Free
Aside from intermittent fasting, I don't have any dietary restrictions but it's worth mentioning that Ultima can appeal to a wide range of diets. If you're interested in reading more about the specifics, check out more details here
Final Thoughts on Ultima Replenisher
Ultima Replenisher is a zero-calorie, zero-carb, zero-sugar electrolyte supplement packed with 6 electrolytes and other support minerals. It's sweeter than other recovery beverages I've used but the sweetness tastes natural and tart, not artificial or syrupy. Lemonade is easily my favorite flavor and has definitely become my go-to recovery beverage, especially after a hot, summer run.