Fareway water

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Common questions

Is Fareway water healthy?

Fareway water scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This water product is purified through reverse osmosis, ensuring high purity and safety by effectively removing impurities.

How processed is Fareway water?

Fareway water is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Fareway water's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Potassium bicarbonate counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Fareway water

Fareway
70 Good

Analysis updated October 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Beckwith family
Category Bottled Water
Summary

This water product is purified through reverse osmosis, ensuring high purity and safety by effectively removing impurities. The addition of magnesium sulfate and potassium bicarbonate enhances the mineral content, supporting electrolyte balance and hydration. However, the use of municipal water as the source introduces a penalty, and the lack of information on PFAS testing slightly impacts the overall rating.

Key ingredients 3

Potassium bicarbonate
Good

Potassium bicarbonate is used to improve the mineral balance of the water, contributing to electrolyte replenishment. It is a safe and effective way to provide potassium, which is essential for heart and muscle function. The addition of this compound helps maintain the water's pH balance.

Benefits

Supports electrolyte balance and contributes to heart and muscle health.

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Purified water
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Benefits

Provides essential hydration and supports bodily functions without introducing contaminants.

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Magnesium sulfate
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Risks

Excessive intake may cause digestive issues, but this is unlikely at the levels present in bottled water.

Benefits

Contributes to electrolyte balance and supports muscle and nerve health.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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