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Hydrate or Die

Name: Hydrate or Die
Brand: BUBS Naturals
SKU: BN80494
Price: 29.6 USD
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When you’re sweating hard—whether it’s from a tough workout, a long day in the sun, or just life—your body needs more than water to stay balanced and energized.

Hydrate or Die® delivers 2,000 mg of electrolytes in every serving to help you rehydrate faster, fight off fatigue, and keep going strong. That includes the right mix of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to support muscle function, prevent cramps, and maintain energy levels.

With a small dose of natural cane sugar to speed up absorption, this clean, easy-to-use powder is made for real performance—not just flavor.

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THE BUBS EDGE

What sets BUBS Hydrate or Die Electrolytes apart?

Proudly Made in the USA

Ingredient integrity is non-negotiable. That’s why Hydrate or Die® is the only powdered electrolyte brand on the planet that sources and manufactures every single ingredient right here in the USA.

Rigorously Tested

Hydrate or Die® is NSF for Sport Certified. Each batch is thoroughly tested for heavy metals and contaminants. You can count on clean, pure hydration—nothing hidden, just quality you can trust.

Real Science. Real Impact.

Hydrate or Die® is a high-performance electrolyte solution that meets the Oral Rehydration Solution (ORS) standards. With a precise blend of sodium, potassium, chloride, and glucose, this scientifically proven formula helps your body hydrate faster, sustain energy longer, and recover stronger.

Essential, Clean Ingredients

Hydrate or Die® delivers double the electrolytes with half the ingredients and half the sugar than leading brands. No fillers, no fluff—just clean, effective hydration that works as hard as you do.

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

Ingredients

Sea Salt

Cane Sugar

Other Ingredients

Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Magnesium Glycinate, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Monkfruit Extract, Grape and Beet Juice (Color)

Gluten free

Corn Free

Nuts Free

GMO Free

Soy Free

How to Use Hydrate or Die Electrolytes

For Runners (5K Warriors)

Elevate your running game! Simply mix one flavorful stick with 16 oz of water about 30 minutes prior to your run, and enjoy another serving afterward to recover what you’ve lost. Our high-sodium blend (650 mg) is expertly crafted to maintain blood volume, reducing fatigue and cramping, so you can run stronger, longer.
For Everyday Movers (10,000 Steps & Counting)

Don’t let low-level dehydration slow you down! Boost your hydration by mixing one stick into your favorite water bottle during the day. This revitalizing drink not only replenishes fluids but also supports optimal brain function, keeping your energy steady and your day on track.
For Happy Hour Heroes

Feeling the aftermath of a few too many drinks? Revive your body with one refreshing serving in cold water. Our unique glucose-electrolyte blend activates your body’s natural sodium-glucose transport system for rapid rehydration, helping you bounce back and feel your best.
For Tactical Athletes (Military, Fire, Law Enforcement)

When your mission demands nothing less than peak performance, turn to BUBS. Take one stick before your mission or shift, during, and after to maintain neuromuscular strength and cardiovascular stability, no matter how intense the conditions. Stay ahead of the game with BUBS—hydration that works as hard as you do!

How to Use Hydrate or Die Electrolytes

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I use Hydrate or Die®?

That’s easy. Just mix one packet of Hydrate or Die® into water (we suggest cold water) and shake vigorously. 16 oz or a half liter of water should do the trick. You can use more or less water depending on your flavor preferences, but to maintain ideal osmolality we recommend 16 ounces as a good baseline.

What time of day should you take Hydrate or Die®?

Take Hydrate or Die® when your body needs hydration support the most: • First thing in the morning to replenish overnight loss • Pre-, intra-, or post-workout to fuel performance and recovery • During travel or heat exposure • After illness or alcohol consumption Bottom line: listen to your body—Hydrate or Die® meets it where it is.

How does Hydrate or Die® work?

Hydrate or Die® works by replenishing what your body loses when you sweat, move, or exist in the real world. That means sodium, potassium, and magnesium—the essential electrolytes that regulate muscle function, hydration, and cellular performance. Hydrate or Die® restores them with a balanced, low-sugar formula designed to optimize osmolality, allowing fluids to be absorbed quickly and effectively.

What are electrolytes?

Electrolytes are charged minerals—think of them as your body's electric wiring. Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and chloride help regulate fluid balance, nerve signals, muscle contractions, and even the pH level. They're essential to life, and Hydrate or Die® gives them to you in clean, precise amounts—no fillers, no gimmicks.

How can you tell if you're dehydrated?

Classic signs include: • Thirst • Dry mouth or lips • Headaches • Fatigue • Dizziness • Dark yellow urine If you're feeling "off," don't wait—hydrate before it hits. That's what Hydrate or Die® is built for.

What kind of drinks dehydrate you?

Drinks that are high in caffeine, sugar, or alcohol, can pull more water out than they contribute. These include: • Energy drinks • Sugary sodas • Alcoholic beverages (especially beer and wine) Hydrate or Die® is designed to resupply what those drinks can deplete—quickly and cleanly.

Isn't water enough to stay hydrated?

Water is essential, but not always sufficient. When you lose electrolytes (through excessive sweating), plain water can actually dilute your blood's sodium levels—leading to hyponatremia. Hydrate or Die® delivers balanced electrolytes to lock in hydration where it counts: in your cells.

How much Hydrate or Die® should you take each day?

Hydration needs vary depending on the activity, sweat rate, climate, and diet. As a general rule: • One to two servings per day is ideal for most people • Use more if you're sweating heavily, traveling, or sick Hydrate or Die® is designed to support—not replace—a well-hydrated lifestyle.

Hydrate or Die® is made in the USA. Where do your ingredients come from?

At BUBS, we wanted to do everything we could to source our ingredients from right here in the USA, focusing on quality and purity instead of importing cheap commodities from overseas. Our sodium chloride is Pacific Ocean sea salt, harvested from ponds near the San Francisco Bay; our sugar is made in Florida, using sugar cane harvested in multiple US states; and our Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, and Magnesium Bisglycinate components are manufactured in Illinois, Texas, and Utah, respectively. BUBS is very proud that Hydrate or Die® carries the Made in USA flag on every package!

What does “Made in USA” really mean?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulates the use of Made in America claims on labels. The FTC has published guidance stating that (among other requirements) the origin of an item’s components must be “all or virtually all” domestic to be properly labeled as Made in America. All of our key ingredients are US-made. Our packaging components are made here in the US. Our manufacturing partner is a true-blue American company. Hydrate or Die® is proudly Made in USA!

Why 2000 mg of electrolytes (2X or 3X the competition)?

Most hydration products underdeliver where it counts. BUBS Hydrate or Die® packs 2,000 mg of electrolytes per serving—twice or even three times more than typical formulas—because we believe your body deserves more than marketing hype. Whether you're training hard, sweating under the sun, or chasing adventure, your body demands a clinical dose of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to truly perform and recover. We're not in this to play small—we're here to fuel every event like your life depends on it.

What's better about our ingredients than the competition?

Simple: we source for purity, potency, and purpose—not price. Our Pacific Ocean sea salt originates from the pristine waters of San Francisco Bay. Sugar cane is harvested from U.S. farms and processed in Florida. Our Magnesium Glycinate is ultra-absorbable and made in the USA. Unlike competitors who cut corners with fillers or imported low-grade minerals, every BUBS ingredient is clean, traceable, and functional—because you can’t out-hustle a broken system with cheap inputs.

Why is it essential to include chloride as a key electrolyte?

Chloride is the forgotten electrolyte—but your body doesn't ignore it. It partners with sodium and potassium to regulate fluid balance, blood pressure, and stomach acid. Without it, your hydration formula is incomplete. That's why BUBS includes it front and center, helping your system absorb fluids efficiently while supporting digestion and pH regulation.

Why is real sugar important to hydration?

Because sugar is the driver—not the enemy. When used correctly, real cane sugar acts like a molecular “taxi,” helping sodium and electrolytes cross your intestinal wall and enter your bloodstream more quickly. This process is the foundation of ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution) science. We use a clinically appropriate amount of cane sugar, not artificial sweeteners, because real performance needs real fuel—especially when your body is under stress.

Why Sodium Chloride?

Sodium chloride (aka salt) isn't just for flavor – it's the kingpin of hydration. It controls everything from muscle contractions to nerve impulses, and it's the electrolyte your body loses the most through sweat. BUBS uses pure, unbleached sea salt from California's coast—rich in trace minerals and sourced sustainably from Pacific evaporation ponds, not stripped-down industrial salt.

Why Magnesium Glycinate?

Not all magnesium is created equal. Many products use inexpensive forms, such as oxides, which are poorly absorbed and can be tough on the gut. BUBS uses Magnesium Glycinate, the gold standard for bioavailability and GI friendliness. It helps prevent cramps and supports cellular hydration—all without the bloating or laxative effects you get from inferior sources.

Why both Potassium Chloride and Potassium Citrate?

Because synergy > shortcuts. Potassium Chloride helps balance sodium and supports nerve signaling. In contrast, Potassium Citrate helps buffer acidity and improve kidney function and endurance. Together, they provide a full-spectrum potassium profile, supporting hydration and recovery from multiple angles. You don’t need just one—you need both working together.

Why didn't BUBS add B vitamins like some other brands?

Because they're not needed for hydration. BUBS keeps it lean and intentional—every ingredient earns its place. While B vitamins are beneficial for energy and metabolism, they can also alter the flavor profile and introduce unnecessary complexity. With Hydrate or Die®, it's about hydration, done right, without anything extra.

What is ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution)?

ORS is a science-backed hydration protocol originally developed by the World Health Organization. It's a precise blend of sodium, potassium, chloride, and glucose that creates an optimal osmotic gradient, allowing your body to absorb fluids faster and more efficiently. Think of it as hydration on overdrive, proven to save lives in medical emergencies and now powering peak performance.

Why did BUBS design the formula to be ORS-compliant?

Because hydration is about absorption, not just drinking. Most hydration drinks are flavored water with a sprinkle of electrolytes. At BUBS, we went all-in on clinical function, building our formula to meet WHO-researched ORS criteria so that what you drink actually works. You’ll feel it faster, stay energized longer, and recover harder. Real science. Real impact.

What is osmolality, and how does Hydrate or Die® impact it?

Osmolality refers to the concentration of dissolved particles in a fluid. For hydration, it's the gold standard for how well a drink gets absorbed. Hydrate or Die® is formulated with optimal osmolality, matching your body's natural balance and allowing for faster, more efficient hydration, without bloating or excess sugars.

Why does BUBS add flavoring to Hydrate or Die®?

Because hydration should feel like a ritual, not a chore. We use natural flavors to make Hydrate or Die® crave-worthy—not cloying, not artificial, and never overwhelming. You’ll look forward to every sip, and that means you’ll actually hydrate more often. Better taste leads to better habits, which in turn leads to better performance.

What is Monkfruit Extract?

Monkfruit is a small green melon (Siraitia grosvenorii, aka luo han guo) from Asia with natural zero-calorie sweetness. We use a premium-grade PureFruit™ Extract with 48–52% Mogroside V—the active sweetening compound. Unlike stevia or artificial sweeteners, Monkfruit has no bitter aftertaste and no impact on blood sugar, and it pairs beautifully with real cane sugar to balance sweetness without going overboard.

Is Hydrate or Die® third-party tested?

Of course! In fact, there are 3rd-party testing labs involved in the production of Hydrate or Die® at numerous stages along the way. Ingredients are tested for potency and purity before being released to ship to our manufacturer, and then again by our manufacturer before being released for use in BUBS production (always ISO-certified analytical labs). And then every single finished lot is sent to NSF for its testing, to assure that Hydrate or Die® is free of fraudulent and prohibited ingredients.

Why Choose NSF Certified for Sport®?

The NSF Certified for Sport® program helps athletes, dietitians, coaches, and consumers make safer decisions when choosing sports supplements. In addition to testing for over 300 athletic banned substances, products bearing the Certified for Sport® mark on packaging must be produced in a manufacturing facility that is inspected up to twice a year to comply with the U.S. FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements. Label claims are verified and products are tested to verify formulation. Every lot produced is also tested for harmful levels of contaminants, such as heavy metals or fraudulent ingredients. NSF’s Certified for Sport® certification is the only independent third-party certification program recognized by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), Major League Baseball, the National Hockey League and the Canadian Football League. Certified for Sport® is also recommended by the NFL, NBA, PGA, LPGA, CCES, CPSDA, iNADO, Ironman, NASCAR, and many other organizations seeking to mitigate the risks of contaminated dietary supplements.

What are Natural Flavors?

Our natural flavors are made from real plant-derived compounds commonly used in flavoring, such as lemon peel or berry extracts (though specific ingredients may vary by product)—processed under strict FDA guidelines without synthetic solvents or preservatives—and are GMO-free, vegan, and tested for purity. We use them to enhance your experience, not to mask low-quality ingredients—because with BUBS, what's in the mix earns its place.

Is Hydrate or Die® safe for kids?

While Hydrate or Die® is clean—GMO-free, vegan, and tested for purity—you should always talk to your pediatrician before giving any electrolyte supplement to your kids. That said, Hydrate or Die® avoids artificial junk and high sugar loads, making it a cleaner option than many kid-marketed hydration powders.