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Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier
Tons of flavors, most with high carbohydrate and sugar content.
Sugar and carbs might be too much for some people. A few flavors are intense.
Calories: 50. Sodium: 500 mg. Total carbohydrates: 13 g. Total sugars: 11 g. Added sugars: 11 g. Potassium: 370 mg. Vitamin C: 62 mg. Niacin: 19.3 mg. Vitamin B6: 1.93 mg. Vitamin B12: 5.79 mcg. Pantothenic acid: 9.6 mg.
Medium to high
20+
Artificial colors, artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners.
Yes
Skratch Labs Hydration Sport Drink Mix
Sweet, salty, and drinkable. Fantastic nutrition.
Might be overkill for non-athletes.
Calories: 80. Sodium: 400 mg. Total carbohydrates: 20 g. Total sugars: 19 g. Added sugars: 19 g. Calcium: 50 mg. Iron: 0.2 mg. Potassium: 50 mg. Vitamin c: 18 mg. Magnesium: 50 mg.
High
6
Artificial sweeteners, artificial colors, artificial flavors.
Yes
SaltStick Electrolyte FastChews
Tasty. Convenient format.
Small ingredient concentrations means you may have to re-up frequently.
Calories: 10. Sodium: 100 mg. Total carbohydrates: 2 g. Total sugars: 2 g. Added sugars: 2g. Potassium: 30 mg. Calcium: 10 mg. Magnesium: 6 mg.
Low to medium
8
Artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners, artificial colors.
Yes
Electrolit Electrolyte Powder Packets
Tastes great. Very sweet.
Might be too sweet. Don’t love the artificial coloring.
Calories: 40. Sodium: 330 mg. Total carbohydrates: 10 g. Total sugars: 10 g. Added sugars: 10 g. Potassium: 370 mg. Calcium: 40 mg. Chloride: 370 mg.
Medium to high
4+
Artificial sweeteners.
Yes
Celsius Hydration Drink Mix
Tasty. High in potassium and magnesium.
Low in sodium. Hard-to-open packaging.
Calories: 15. Sodium: 210 mg. Total carbohydrates: 1 g. Potassium: 700 mg. Niacin: 16 mg. Vitamin B6: 1.7 mg. Vitamin B12: 2.4 mcg. Pantothenic acid: 5 mg. Magnesium: 65 mg.
Medium
5
Artificial colors, artificial flavors.
Yes
Bodyarmor Flash I.V. Hydration Booster Packets
Easy to drink. There are caffeinated options.
Tastes best at very large water concentrations. Color may be too neon for some. Low carb content.
Calories: 15. Sodium: 510 mg. Total carbohydrates: 1g. Potassium: 700 mg. Calcium: 80 mg. Vitamin B12: 2.4 mcg. Magnesium: 65 mg. Vitamin C: 9 mg. Zinc: 11 mg. Niacin: 16 mg. Chlorid: 860 mg. Vitamin B6: 1.7 mg.
Medium
7
Artificial flavors, artificial sweeteners.
Yes
Thorne Daily Electrolytes
Mouthwateringly good. Low calories.
Low carb and sugar content.
Calories: 5. Sodium: 480 mg. Total carbohydrates: 1 g. Potassium: 99 mg. Calcium: 70 mg. Magnesium: 40 mg. Chloride: 750 mg.
High
3
Artificial flavors, artificial colors, artificial sweeteners.
Yes
Shaklee Electrolyte+ Hydration & Focus
Pleasant taste. Added ingredients for cognitive function.
Shaklee is a multi-level marketer
Calories: 20. Sodium: 300 mg. Total carbohydrates: 5 g. Total sugars: 4 g. Added sugars: 4 g. Potassium: 215 mg. Chloride: 340 mg.
High
2
Artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors.
Yes
DryWater Complete Hydration Powder
Nuanced, subtle, fruity flavor. Added vitamins.
Unremarkable sugar and carb content. Some folks might want more flavor.
Calories: 15. Sodium: 380 mg. Total carbohydrates: 2 g. Total sugars: Less than 1 g. Added sugars: 0 g. Potassium: 1,000 mg. Chloride: 150 mg. Calcium: 40 mg. Vi5amin C: 70 mg. Niacin: 20 mg. Vitamin B6: 2.5 mg. Vitamin B12: 10 mcg. Pantothenic acid: 6 mg. Magnesium: 40 mg. Zinc: 1.5 mg.
Low
4
Artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, artificial flavors.
Yes
Klar Energy + Hydration Drink Mix
Very caffeinated. Added vitamins.
Might be too caffeinated. So-so nutritional profile, caffeine aside.
Calories: 10. Sodium: 200 mg. Total carbohydrates: 0 g. Potassium: 128 mg. Vitamin B1: 15 mg. Vitamin B3: 15 mg. Vitamin B6: 10 mg. Vitamin B12: 100 mg. Klar Focus Stack: 2 mg. Klar Hydration Blend: 328 mg.
Medium
4
Sugar, gluten, animal products, artificial sweeteners and flavors.
Yes
Plink Fizzy Electrolyte Drink Tablets
Fun tablet format. Subtle flavor.
Some folks might want more flavor. Fizzy formula doesn’t play well with water bottles.
Calories: 10. Sodium: 250 mg. Total carbohydrates: 3 g. Potassium: 180 mg. Magnesium: 25 mg. Sugars: 1 g.
Low
3
Gluten, animal products, artificial sweeteners and flavors.
Yes
IQBAR IQMIX Electrolyte Powder
Added ingredients for cognitive function. Unconventional, appealing flavors.
Earthy aftertaste. Low sugar content.
Calories: 10. Sodium: 500 mg. Total carbohydrates: 3 g. Potassium: 450 mg. Magnesium: 65 mg. Sugars: 0 g. Vitamin A: 120 mcg. Iron: 0.4 mg.
Low to medium
9
Sugar, gluten, animal products, artificial sweeteners and flavors.
Yes
LMNT Electrolyte Drink Mix
Fun flavors. Super-high sodium content might be great for athletes.
Low carbohydrate and sugar content. Super-high sodium content might not be great for anyone who isn’t an athlete.
Calories: 10. Sodium: 1,000 mg. Total carbohydrates: 2 g. Potassium: 200 mg. Magnesium: 60 mg. Sugars: – g.
Medium
10
Sugar, gluten, animal products, artificial sweeteners and flavors.
Yes
Buoy Electrolyte Drops
Flavorless (mostly). Convenient. Many options.
Tastes bad if you add too much.
Hydration Drops: Calories: 0. Thiamine HCL: 0.5 mg. Vitamin B6: 0.5 mg. Pantothenic Acid: 1.5 mg. Calcium: 0.5 mg. Magnesium: 0.5 mg. Chloride: 80 mg. Sodium: 50 mg. Potassium: 10 mg.
None
6 varieties (none flavored)
Sugar, sweeteners, flavors, additives, animal byproducts, GMO ingredients.
Yes
Quince Recovery Zero Sugar Hydration
Convenient packaging. Tasty. Affordable.
I don’t love the aftertaste.
Calories: 10. Carbohydrates: 0 g. Sugars: 0 g. Calcium: 20 mg. Magnesium: 100 mg. Zinc: 2 mg. Sodium: 1000 mg. Potassium: 250 mg.
Medium to high
2
GMOs, preservatives, artificial colors, artificial flavors, stevia, sugar alcohols, major allergens.
No
