Liquid IV Lemon Lime

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Is Liquid IV Lemon Lime healthy?

Liquid IV Lemon Lime scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This beverage contains a high amount of added sugars, including pure cane sugar and dextrose, which can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes and contribute to metabolic disorders.

How processed is Liquid IV Lemon Lime?

Liquid IV Lemon Lime is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Liquid IV Lemon Lime's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Vitamin C, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5 count in its favor; Pure Cane Sugar, Dextrose, Natural Flavors are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Liquid IV Lemon Lime

Liquid I.V.
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Unilever
Category Hydration Drinks
Summary

This beverage contains a high amount of added sugars, including pure cane sugar and dextrose, which can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes and contribute to metabolic disorders. While it includes beneficial vitamins and minerals, the presence of 'natural flavors' adds to the processing level, reducing transparency about the ingredients. The product's processing level and the use of refined sugars prevent it from achieving a higher score.

Key ingredients 15

Vitamin C
Good

An essential antioxidant that supports immune function and overall cellular health.

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Vitamin B3
Good

Also known as niacin, this vitamin plays an essential role in energy metabolism and cellular function.

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Vitamin B5
Good

Pantothenic acid supports energy production and the synthesis of hormones.

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Vitamin B6
Good

Supports brain health, immune function, and the conversion of food into energy.

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Vitamin B12
Good

Essential for nerve tissue health, brain function, and red blood cell production.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Commonly used for flavor enhancement and preservation, generally recognized as safe.

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Salt
Neutral

Provides sodium for electrolyte replenishment, though intake should be monitored.

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Potassium Citrate
Neutral

Used as a mineral source to support electrolyte balance.

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Sodium Citrate
Neutral

Acts as a buffering agent and helps maintain electrolyte levels.

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Dipotassium Phosphate
Neutral

A food additive used as a source of potassium and phosphorus to maintain proper formulation.

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Silicon Dioxide
Neutral

Used as an anti-caking agent to prevent ingredients from clumping together.

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Rebaudioside A
Neutral

A natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the stevia leaf with no significant health concerns.

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Pure Cane Sugar
Bad

Added sugar contributes to overall caloric intake and can negatively impact metabolic health when consumed in excess.

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Dextrose
Bad

A simple sugar that causes rapid spikes in blood glucose levels.

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Natural Flavors
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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