Smartwater alkaline

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Common questions

Is Smartwater alkaline healthy?

Smartwater alkaline scores 78/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. Smartwater alkaline is vapor distilled and contains added electrolytes like calcium chloride and magnesium chloride, which are beneficial for hydration and mineral balance.

How processed is Smartwater alkaline?

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

Which ingredients drive Smartwater alkaline's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Bicarbonate 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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Smartwater alkaline

Glaceau
78 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by The Coca-Cola Company
Category Bottled Water
Summary

Smartwater alkaline is vapor distilled and contains added electrolytes like calcium chloride and magnesium chloride, which are beneficial for hydration and mineral balance. However, the inclusion of sodium selenate, which can be harmful in excess, slightly detracts from its overall health profile. The water is minimally processed, but the presence of additives and the potential risk of selenium toxicity influence its rating.

Key ingredients 5

Magnesium Chloride
Good

An electrolyte mineral source that supports normal bodily hydration and mineral balance.

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Potassium Bicarbonate
Good

Provides potassium electrolytes and helps balance alkalinity in the water.

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Vapor Distilled Water
Neutral

Water purified through vapor distillation, serving as the main base for hydration.

Calcium Chloride
Neutral

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

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Sodium Selenate
Neutral

A trace mineral compound included in very small amounts as a nutrient source.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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