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Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix

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Is Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix healthy?

Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. An electrolyte drink mix that doubles as a stimulant-free pre-workout: 1,000 mg of sodium from ancient sea salt, 350 mg of potassium, chelated magnesium (glycinate and malate), calcium and zinc citrate, 5 g of creatine monohydrate, 5 g of bovine collagen peptides, 3 g of L-citrulline, L-carnitine L-tartrate and red spinach extract, with no caffeine.

Has Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix been lab-tested?

Yes. Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix carries an independent laboratory panel from Independent microbial report AFSG260324-150 (Citrus Blast 810 g, lot 26UFO08301), as published by the brand covering 3 contaminants (including Yeast & Mold, Total Aerobic Bacteria, Pathogens (E. coli, Salmonella, S. aureus)) — the full results are on this page.

How processed is Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix?

Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Ancient Sea Salt, Potassium (Chloride), Magnesium Chelate count in its favor; Crystalline Fructose, 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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Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast Drink Mix

Optimize Minerals
Lab tested
85 Excellent

Analysis updated October 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 12
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Optimize Minerals
Category Electrolytes
Summary

Optimize Hydration+ Citrus Blast scores 85/100. An electrolyte drink mix that doubles as a stimulant-free pre-workout: 1,000 mg of sodium from ancient sea salt, 350 mg of potassium, chelated magnesium (glycinate and malate), calcium and zinc citrate, 5 g of creatine monohydrate, 5 g of bovine collagen peptides, 3 g of L-citrulline, L-carnitine L-tartrate and red spinach extract, with no caffeine. The marks against it are the sweetener and flavoring: 6 g of crystalline fructose per 27 g scoop and natural flavors (monk fruit adds sweetness without sugar). Lab tested: the microbial panel is clean.

Contaminants 3

Source: Independent microbial report AFSG260324-150 (Citrus Blast 810 g, lot 26UFO08301), as published by the brand

Yeast & Mold
50 cfu/g
Safe

A low count, well below the limits commonly applied to dietary supplements.

USP <2021> 5-day yeast and mold count.

Total Aerobic Bacteria
460 cfu/g
Safe

A low count, well below the limits commonly applied to dietary supplements.

USP <2021> aerobic plate count.

Pathogens (E. coli, Salmonella, S. aureus)
Absent in 10 g
Not detected

None of the three pathogens was found.

USP <2022> absence tests per 10 g.

Key ingredients 15

Magnesium Chelate
Very Good

Chelated magnesium (malate/glycinate) is well absorbed and gentle on the gut; supports muscle, nerve and energy metabolism.

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Creatine Monohydrate5 g
Very Good

5 g — the most researched form, at the clinically studied daily dose for strength and power.

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Ancient Sea Salt
Good

Unrefined salt from an ancient seabed deposit; the sodium source for electrolyte balance.

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Potassium (Chloride)350 mg
Good

350 mg of potassium, the main electrolyte lost in sweat after sodium.

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Calcium Chelate (Citrate)
Good

Calcium citrate is a well-absorbed form that does not need stomach acid.

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Zinc Chelate (Citrate)
Good

A well-absorbed zinc form; supports immune function and wound healing.

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Collagen Peptides (Bovine)5 g
Good

5 g of hydrolyzed collagen for joint and connective-tissue support.

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L-Citrulline3 g
Good

3 g; raises nitric oxide for blood flow and endurance.

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Red Spinach Extract
Good

A natural nitrate source that supports nitric oxide production.

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L-Carnitine L-Tartrate
Good

Supports fat metabolism and exercise recovery.

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Aloe Vera Gel (200:1 Extract)
Good

Concentrated aloe vera gel extract.

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Monk Fruit Extract
Good

A zero-calorie sweetener from monk fruit.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Acidulant for tartness; generally recognized as safe.

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Crystalline Fructose
Bad

Isolated fructose (usually corn-derived) added as a sweetener: 6 g of sugar per scoop.

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Natural Flavors
Bad

A catch-all term that does not disclose what the flavoring is made of.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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