E-Lyte Concentrate is an actual electrolyte replacement. It is slightly salty since it contains salt (Sodium Chloride NaCl ). But the sodium is more than balanced with liberal amounts of potassium and magnesium as well as all the anions. It is most important to have all the electrolytes in balance since they are all necessary. Each and every one. Balance is the key. The four marvelous alkaline minerals (the electrolytes); sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium are the four horseman of metabolism. Our Electrolyte Concentrate contains three of the four (sodium, potassium, and magnesium) You drink E-Lyte for improved function and performance, which it really can do.not to satisfy your taste buds with sugar or fructose.