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Head-to-head evidence comparison — which supplement is right for you?
Electrolyte Complex wins 1 of 3 categories. Both are solid choices — the best pick depends on your specific goals.
Verdict
Likely helps
3 of 4 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Verdict
Mixed evidence
4 of 11 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Sodium 1000-3000mg, Potassium 1000-3500mg, Magnesium 200-400mg daily (varies by needs)
Before/during/after exercise, Throughout the day on keto/fasting
Powder or capsules with balanced electrolyte blend
150-300mcg for maintenance; higher only if deficient under supervision
Any time with food
Potassium iodide (most common and studied)
Immediate
Immediate
Immediate
Immediate
4-12 weeks
4-8 weeks
Polymer-based oral rehydration solution for treating acute watery diarrhoea
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews (2016) · Meta analysis · n=4284
Polymer-based ORS may decrease mean stool output in the first 24 hours by 24 mL/kg (mean difference (MD) -24.60 mL/kg, 95% CI -40.69 to -8.51; one trial, 99 participants, low quality evidence).
Oral rehydration salt solution for treating cholera: ≤ 270 mOsm/L solutions vs ≥ 310 mOsm/L solutions
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews (2011) · Meta analysis · n=718
We found no statistically significant difference in the need for unscheduled intravenous infusion.
Travellers' diarrhoea
BMJ clinical evidence (2015) · Systematic review · n=24
Systematic review examining Electrolyte Complex efficacy
Maternal Iodine Status and Birth Outcomes: A Systematic Literature Review and Meta-Analysis
Nutrients (2023) · Meta analysis · n=42269
Birth weight was similar between UIC ≥ 150 μg/L and <150 μg/L (difference = 30 g, 95% CI −22 to 83, p = 0.3, n = 13, I2 = 89%) with no evidence of linear trend (4 g per 50 μg/L, −3 to 10, p = 0.2, n = 12, I2 = 80%).
Iodine fortification of foods and condiments, other than salt, for preventing iodine deficiency disorders
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews (2019) · Meta analysis · n=4317
This is equivalent to an increase of 38.32 µg/L (95% CI 24.03 to 52.61 µg/L).
Systematic review and meta-analysis of iodine nutrition in modern vegan and vegetarian diets
The British journal of nutrition (2023) · Meta analysis · n=4421
Vegan diets had the poorest iodine intake (17·3 µg/d) and were strongly associated with lower iodine intake (P = < 0·001) compared with omnivorous diets.
Based on meta-analyses showing urinary iodine concentration increases with supplementation. Effects only meaningful in iodine-deficient populations. Excessive intake (>300mcg) may increase thyroid cancer risk. Most studies used potassium iodide; kelp-derived forms have variable bioavailability.
AI-estimated from published studies. Interpret as directional guidance.
Electrolyte Complex has a higher evidence score (9/10 vs 9/10) and wins in 1 of 3 categories.
For boost daily energy, Iodine has a higher relevance score (95 vs 55).
No known interactions between Electrolyte Complex and Iodine have been documented in our database. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining supplements.