Description
Description
Vitassium Electrolyte Capsules provide 500 mg of sodium and 100 mg of potassium per two-capsule serving. They are made by SaltStick for people who need to raise sodium intake for medical reasons rather than athletic ones, including those managing POTS and other forms of dysautonomia. The capsules are tasteless and size 0.
What it is and who it is for
A sodium and potassium capsule made specifically for people living with chronic illness, rather than for athletes. SaltStick market Vitassium for managing symptoms of certain kinds of dysautonomia - POTS, vasovagal syncope and orthostatic hypotension - where raising sodium intake is part of the management plan.
How much sodium it provides
Each serving of two capsules contains 500 mg of sodium and 100 mg of potassium. The Extra Strength version carries 750 mg of sodium in the same two-capsule serving - 50% more - for people who struggle to reach a daily sodium target without taking a lot of capsules.
Taking them
The capsules are tasteless and size 0, which is small enough to swallow easily, and the vegan shell and simple ingredients are there to help prevent stomach upset. A serving carries no calories and no sugar.
The label's suggested use is one to two capsules with water, three to four times a day, up to 10 capsules daily - taken under the guidance of the doctor managing your condition.
What SaltStick claim, and what to check
SaltStick state on the label that Vitassium helps maintain electrolyte levels, reduce fatigue, support cognitive function and reduce dizziness. Those are the manufacturer's claims, reproduced here as theirs.
Vitassium is made for people managing a diagnosed condition, and this page is not medical advice. The label says people with high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease or diabetes, or on a low-salt or low-potassium diet, should not use it without a doctor's guidance. Talk to the doctor who manages your condition before starting or changing a supplement.
Specifications
Specifications
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