Salt Replacement Whilst On The Track

[Fluppy]

I did post something similar on another thread, but it either didn't make it that far or was removed.

Anyway, I'm looking for (edible) things that can replace salt when your body loses it whilst trekking. Yes, there are your electrolyte powders that you add into your water and other drinks, but what sort of things would be useful to munch on?

I don't really like beef jerky all that much :/ so I was thinking (naturally) salt and vinegar chips/crisps. Problem with these is that they tend to make you very thirsty (although at least it will remind you to keep your fluids up…)

I know and cannot stress how important sodium is for your body when doing something as physically taxing as Kokoda as lack of salt in one's diet can also contribute heavily to muscle cramping in the legs/shins/buttocks and shoulders (which can extend then to one's back and neck causing all sorts of problems).

Lack of sodium can also contribute to headaches, dizzyness, hallucinations and delirum.

I'd like to reduce the risk or possibility of these things happening when I trek Kokoda and so I'm looking for some advice or comments on this issue.

What are some edible things I can munch on that will keep my salt intake adequate whilst trekking?

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