Alkaline & Electrolyte Water

Whole Foods Market
88 Excellent

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Whole Foods Market
Category Electrolytes
Summary

This product consists of only water and salt, making it a minimally processed electrolyte option with no harmful additives or artificial ingredients. The simplicity of the formulation ensures a clean label, and the absence of sweeteners, dyes, or fillers contributes to its high rating. It provides essential electrolytes without unnecessary additives, aligning well with the best practices for electrolyte supplements. Its plastic packaging can shed microplastics into the product and lowers its score.

Key ingredients 2

Salt
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

Excessive salt intake can lead to hypertension and cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Salt provides essential electrolytes that help maintain fluid balance and support nerve and muscle function.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient that serves as the base for hydration products. It is essential for maintaining hydration and supporting bodily functions. No processing concerns or additives are associated with plain water.

Benefits

Water is crucial for hydration and supports various physiological processes in the body.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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Alkaline & Electrolyte Water

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Common questions

Is Alkaline & Electrolyte Water healthy?

Alkaline & Electrolyte Water scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists of only water and salt, making it a minimally processed electrolyte option with no harmful additives or artificial ingredients.

How processed is Alkaline & Electrolyte Water?

Alkaline & Electrolyte Water is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Alkaline & Electrolyte Water's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Salt 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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