In the sweltering summer heat, some Americans are reaching for an unconventional source of hydration: pickle juice. Whether it’s athletes with a salty craving or frugal fans of fermented foods ...

Pickle juice can help reduce muscle cramps caused by mild dehydration Next time you go for a long run on a hot afternoon, reach for a jar of pickle juice afterward. Although the liquid is a ...

While pickle juice is packed with benefits, it's important to drink it in moderation. The juice is high in sodium-about 821 mg per cup-so it's easy to overdo it if you're not careful.

A 2.5-ounce "shot" of pickle juice, she said "typically contains about 500 milligrams of sodium, while a cup from a jar may have around 800 milligrams." ...

Pickle juice is a sort of secret keeper of fuel for exercisers. And athletes have been fans for decades, says Justin Park, a founder of the Denver-based company The Real Dill.