India, Nov. 4 -- Celebrity nutritionist Nikita Garg, founder of Entech Wellness, said in an interview with HT Lifestyle that electrolyte drinks are not necessary for everyone and that people should think beyond plain water without making packaged electrolyte products a daily habit. The article, by Anukriti Srivastava and published on Nov. 3, 2026, reported Garg’s views on hydration, electrolyte depletion, and the use of home-based alternatives.

Why electrolytes may be discussed more often

Garg said the question is not only why electrolyte drinks are “everywhere,” but “why our bodies are asking for them more than ever.” She said dehydration sometimes cannot be resolved alone by drinking three litres of water and that electrolyte depletion ...