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Common questions

Is alkaline water healthy?

alkaline water scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This alkaline water is primarily composed of purified water with added minerals like calcium chloride and magnesium chloride, which enhance its mineral content.

How processed is alkaline water?

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

Which ingredients drive alkaline water's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, magnesium chloride, potassium incarbonate count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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alkaline water

70 Good

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Bottled Water
Summary

This alkaline water is primarily composed of purified water with added minerals like calcium chloride and magnesium chloride, which enhance its mineral content. The water is minimally processed, ensuring a clean and safe hydration option. However, the use of purified water rather than a natural source like spring or aquifer water results in a slight penalty, and the presence of added minerals, while beneficial, indicates some level of processing.

Key ingredients 4

magnesium chloride
Good

Magnesium chloride provides magnesium, which is important for muscle function and energy production.

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potassium incarbonate
Good

Potassium incarbonate supplies potassium, aiding in nerve function and fluid regulation.

Purified water
Neutral

Purified water is processed to remove impurities, providing a clean and safe hydration source.

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calcium chloride
Neutral

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

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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