Like many, I was very concerned when I found out this has 11g of sugar per serving. I eat a low-sugar diet in general, and I’m not looking to add added sugars anywhere. This is the one exception.The reason is the sugar is in there and the reason it’s not an artificial sweetener, although Stevia is also added to this for flavor, which I don’t like is that the sugar enhances the bioavailability of the electrolytes. This is because your cells use glucose for energy, so sugar in your diet is delivered quickly through the bloodstream to your cells, with little need for processing. This is in contrast to slower-digestive carbohydrates that take longer to work.The key here is that this is not a casual daily drink that you drink for fun. This is a rehydration powder that ... MoreLike many, I was very concerned when I found out this has 11g of sugar per serving. I eat a low-sugar diet in general, and I’m not looking to add added sugars anywhere. This is the one exception.The reason is the sugar is in there and the reason it’s not an artificial sweetener, although Stevia is also added to this for flavor, which I don’t like is that the sugar enhances the bioavailability of the electrolytes. This is because your cells use glucose for energy, so sugar in your diet is delivered quickly through the bloodstream to your cells, with little need for processing. This is in contrast to slower-digestive carbohydrates that take longer to work.The key here is that this is not a casual daily drink that you drink for fun. This is a rehydration powder that helps you to retain fluid and quickly resupply electrolytes. Unless you have a specific reason medical, weather, etc. you should not be taking this every day because you don’t need it.That being said, when you do need electrolytes, you also need some glucose to help them be absorbed. So don’t be surprising at the 11g of sugar. I’m not clear that that specific amount is necessary, but it’s certainly a much more sensible option than Ade drinks with 40g per can.My only real complaint is that they added Stevia for flavor. There is no such thing as free sweeteners—they all impact metabolism and insulin resistance—and should all be avoided to live a healthy life. I am willing to put up with it here because it makes the saltiness easier to go down and because I believe in the other ingredients.You will notice that this contains a decent amount of sodium. This is important because many of us lack sufficient sodium in our diet yes, you do need some and sweating can deplete electrolytes faster or slower depending on the person and conditions. Sodium does not lead to dehydration—that is a myth that’s all too easy to fall into. Sodium helps your body to retain moisture, so the other water you drink stays ins.

The sachets are easy and quick to open. The packaging is aesthetically pleasing and provides all the necessary information about preparation, ingredients, and so on. The powder dissolves effortlessly in water. It has a pleasant aroma and a delightful flavor. It is beneficial for maintaining proper hydration. It is ideal for sports training, long journeys, and hot days. The combination of vitamins and microelements is excellent, and the taste is delicious. It is effective, so undoubtedly worth trying

4.0 out of 5 stars Comparison of my two favorite hydration powders - Liquid IV vs FITAID Go

The media could not be loaded. If you love comparing nutritional supplements, which you kind of have to do these days, this review is for you. If not scroll to the bottom and read the summary tl dr.Both are designed to be mixed into water and taken after doing an activity that dehydrates you.Price - FitAidFitAid is cheaper but if you compared the amount of grams per supplements, FitAid has a lot more $ / g.Vitamin Content - Winner FITAID Goboth brands tend to use the higher quality of vitamins (You can see in the ingredients the type of b6, b12 etc 9 (Check my image for a full comparison) - however Fitaid here has a lot more vitamins. I've actually compared each vitamin between both in the image and below.Both contain - Niacin, Vitamin B3 (NIacinamide), & Vitamin B6 ... MoreThe media could not be loaded. If you love comparing nutritional supplements, which you kind of have to do these days, this review is for you. If not scroll to the bottom and read the summary tl dr.Both are designed to be mixed into water and taken after doing an activity that dehydrates you.Price - FitAidFitAid is cheaper but if you compared the amount of grams per supplements, FitAid has a lot more $ / g.Vitamin Content - Winner FITAID Goboth brands tend to use the higher quality of vitamins (You can see in the ingredients the type of b6, b12 etc 9 (Check my image for a full comparison) - however Fitaid here has a lot more vitamins. I've actually compared each vitamin between both in the image and below.Both contain - Niacin, Vitamin B3 (NIacinamide), & Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)Vitamins Liquid IV has significantly more of: Sodium, Potassium, Vitamin C, PhosphorousVitamins FITAID Go has significantly more of: Calcium, B12 (methylcobalamin), Vitamin D3, Vitamin #, Thiamin mononitrate, riboflavin, biotin, magnesium lactate.liquid IV actually hides the amount of liquid and just uses daily value on the Amazon images, only the actual box tells you how many mcg/mg of each they have. A bit shady.Additional Ingredients - Winner FitAid- Liquid IV has a few extra ingredients (sugar mostly) - the one I don't like is silicon dioxide.- FitAid has BCAAs (L-leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine), Green Tea, CoQ10, Turmeric, Quercetin, Glucosamine (D-glucosamine hydrochloride), Arginine hydrochloride, L-glutamine, Quercetin, Coq10, Turmeric extract, Docosahexaenoic acid (alge).If you believe more is better or taking things that work synergistically then FitAid is what you want. If you believe less is more and just want the things that are just for hydration, Liquid IV is what you want.Taste/Mixing - Winner Liquid IVLiquid IV has 11 grams of sugar. Of course it's going to taste sweeter and better if that's what you're going for. FitAid tastes a little bit more vitamins but if you're taking these after a workout/run, I bet you're chugging these down as fast as you can anyway. For me, Liquid IV is a lower sugar version of Gatorade and FitAid is basically a zero sugar option. So it all depends on your diet and nutritional needs. They both dissolve the same but FitAid needs maybe an extra few seconds of stirring. It's got a lot of Vitamins/herbs/supplements.Brand - Liquid IV I believe was started by Youtubers and has pretty cool endorsements from a lot of music celebs like DJ Khaled/Beiber. FitAid was started by athletes/CrossFit folks. They have mostly athlete celebs like Noah Fant and Derwin James. Both brands are USA based in California.Final Thoughts - Review SummaryWhen I want sugar, Liquid IV is what I go for since it's like a responsible dose of sugar (unlike Gatorade, Vitmain Water, etc). When I don't want sugar but want recovery and a bit of boost without sugar, I take FitAid Go (it's got 45mg of caffeine) so that's where the boost comes from. FitAid actually makes carbonated recovery drinks (which is what they are more famous for) and that tastes better than either of these. Powder wise here are my reasons to take either or.https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71bZB76t2wL._SY88.jpghttps://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71ejake3TpL._SY88.jpghttps://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81lkSXu3MIL._SY88.jpg

5.0 out of 5 stars Electrolyte hydration that kills my brain fog and migraines

This stuff is effective and delicious. I have always been a person who has struggled to drink enough water. I'm often dehydrated and this can lead to brain fog and migraines - especially during and after workouts. When I use Liquid IV, I put 1/4 in each large bottle of water I drink. The yummy flavor is enough to keep me drinking throughout the day and by the end of the day I have used one entire Liquid IV dose.I do notice a difference from when I am hydrated with just water versus being hydrated with Liquid IV. I feel like the biggest difference I notice is that Liquid IV helps reduce brain fog. If ever I feel a migraine coming on, I quickly use Liquid IV and notice a quick reduction in my symptoms. During fasts, I also use Liquid IV to ensure I am getting enough ... MoreThis stuff is effective and delicious. I have always been a person who has struggled to drink enough water. I'm often dehydrated and this can lead to brain fog and migraines - especially during and after workouts. When I use Liquid IV, I put 1/4 in each large bottle of water I drink. The yummy flavor is enough to keep me drinking throughout the day and by the end of the day I have used one entire Liquid IV dose.I do notice a difference from when I am hydrated with just water versus being hydrated with Liquid IV. I feel like the biggest difference I notice is that Liquid IV helps reduce brain fog. If ever I feel a migraine coming on, I quickly use Liquid IV and notice a quick reduction in my symptoms. During fasts, I also use Liquid IV to ensure I am getting enough electrolytes.I have tried the other flavors of Liquid IV but Lemon Lime continues to be my all-time favorite.The visual identity is well-displayed on the packaging and the info has a decent hierarchy to where you know what you're looking at and how to use the product. The only thing I would change is that I wish they sold a stackable version.https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81f27-alxZL._SY88.jpg

5.0 out of 5 stars Tastes great, mixes well.

I don’t always want sugar in my electrolytes, but occasionally I prefer a little bit of sugar after a difficult workout session or sauna. Liquid IV is great for that, and actually feel that the few grams of sugar do increase the absorption of electrolytes. Now, before my workouts, I take a fasting specific creatine called Lift, then after the workout I’ll rehydrate with Liquid Iv. This combo helps boost my energy and I feel great all day.These electrolytes mix, well, and the to go packets are perfect for somebody like me who’s always on the move. I would highly recommend.https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61I+tGMiP-L._SY88.jpg

5.0 out of 5 stars The trick is to adjust the product to water ratio to optimize the taste.

This is a great product for those who struggle to force themselves to drink enough water each day. I cannot speak to the scientific claim of hydration multiplication, but even without that perk, I drink more water because I add Liquid IV. So, in that way, my hydration is multiplied regardless.I have tried several flavors but I always return to lemon lime. It is just the perfect amount of flavorful but not overwhelming. I especially like that it does not try to pretend to be a whole different drink, which always makes me think of watered down juice. No, instead it tastes like water. I know that I am drinking water, but it is water with pizazz. Water with just enough sugar to be palatable to my water-hating constitution. I recommend that you try it two ways before ... MoreThis is a great product for those who struggle to force themselves to drink enough water each day. I cannot speak to the scientific claim of hydration multiplication, but even without that perk, I drink more water because I add Liquid IV. So, in that way, my hydration is multiplied regardless.I have tried several flavors but I always return to lemon lime. It is just the perfect amount of flavorful but not overwhelming. I especially like that it does not try to pretend to be a whole different drink, which always makes me think of watered down juice. No, instead it tastes like water. I know that I am drinking water, but it is water with pizazz. Water with just enough sugar to be palatable to my water-hating constitution. I recommend that you try it two ways before making a decision: once by putting 1 whole tube of Liquid IV into a 16.8 oz water bottle and once by putting half a tube into a 16.8oz water bottle. You may find a whole tube overwhelmingly sweet with too much flavor and in that case, half a tube will be perfect for you. I like both because sometimes I want a little more pizazz and sometimes I want less.

5.0 out of 5 stars This saved me from some HEAVY leg cramps!

I've been getting these in my Walmart goodie bags for a while but it was SO helpful after I had to leave work after a kidney infection and a fever. I had chugged water to try to flush everything, and because the fever made me thirsty. I was throwing up and all of this brought on such severe muscle cramps that I could see my calf caving in when it happened. I was so sick and laying on a heating pad, but when the leg cramps kicked in, I'd have to jump out of bed and stomp and stretch on the ground until both legs stopped cramping, more times than I could count, so I really couldn't get rest despite trying. I took my regular potassium and magnesium after this, and I found a resting position where it seemed to be least likely to happen, and I looked up possible causes. ... MoreI've been getting these in my Walmart goodie bags for a while but it was SO helpful after I had to leave work after a kidney infection and a fever. I had chugged water to try to flush everything, and because the fever made me thirsty. I was throwing up and all of this brought on such severe muscle cramps that I could see my calf caving in when it happened. I was so sick and laying on a heating pad, but when the leg cramps kicked in, I'd have to jump out of bed and stomp and stretch on the ground until both legs stopped cramping, more times than I could count, so I really couldn't get rest despite trying. I took my regular potassium and magnesium after this, and I found a resting position where it seemed to be least likely to happen, and I looked up possible causes. I read that it could be a lack of sodium from water intoxication. I didn't think chugging salt was a great idea, so I scoured my cabinets for anything that might help. I found this from my Walmart pickup goodie bag and the leg cramps INSTANTLY went away. I already know I sometimes drink too much water, and sometimes I get these cramps at night anyways, but not as severely, so I purchased another bag. This REALLY helped me when I was sick and couldn't get comfortable. I can't give it a high enough rating. Definitely worth the price if you need it!

5.0 out of 5 stars Works great

I've been using L.I.V. for a few years now, as living in SWFL really makes one sweat; especially in the summer. I use it when I'm officiating varsity football, under Friday Night's lights. It's really warm and humid early in the season, which starts in late August. I preload with this a few hours before game time, and I down another dose at halftime to prevent/reduce cramping. I'm a line judge and I do a lot of running to trail plays, and especially when I have to break downfield to cover punts, then double back if the receiver makes a good return. It's not unusual for me to do more running than these teenagers in the prime physical condition of their lives. L.I.V. helps me to stay in the game.

5.0 out of 5 stars legit electrolyte replacer for heavy loss days (immense sweat, hard labor, hik...

I dont know why this doesn't show the nutritional information on the product page. Ingredients, yes, but amounts, no. If I was shopping around, I likely would never have purchased this. But I had tried it before and already knew that it was a legit electrolyte replacer.But here's the thing. There are any so-called electrolyte replacers on the market. Don't buy this if you are just looking to flavor your water. Buy this if you profusely sweat, work hard labor outside, or go for long intense hikes, or for emergency use if water is scarce (I like keeping some in my car).A true electrolyte replacer of a serious kind will have quite a bit of sodium (and sugar) and will not taste all that great. But it will help your body quickly, and could be matter of feeling well or ... MoreI dont know why this doesn't show the nutritional information on the product page. Ingredients, yes, but amounts, no. If I was shopping around, I likely would never have purchased this. But I had tried it before and already knew that it was a legit electrolyte replacer.But here's the thing. There are any so-called electrolyte replacers on the market. Don't buy this if you are just looking to flavor your water. Buy this if you profusely sweat, work hard labor outside, or go for long intense hikes, or for emergency use if water is scarce (I like keeping some in my car).A true electrolyte replacer of a serious kind will have quite a bit of sodium (and sugar) and will not taste all that great. But it will help your body quickly, and could be matter of feeling well or feeling bad, or maybe difference between life and death. It isn't water itself that hydrates you, it is minerals/electrolytes. Did you know that if you drank too much water and didnt have enough actual electrolytes, that you are in fact dehydrating yourself further? This is because your body is being diluted. So add in an "electrolyte multiplier" such as Liquid IV, and you will be set. Keep this in mind in case you are the type that aims for drinking a gallon or so of water a day (or be sure to eat foods that will replenish electrolytes).Not seriously dehydrated? Then go with something more low key. Something that may have just a little sodium, sugar, and minerals. Some are even sugar free. That's good for those not into drinking water or much of any fluid or watery foods, of for light weight activity, basic hot day, just feeling run down. Just need the little extra to top off small losses. Save Liquid IV for more intense stuff, big electrolye losses.4.5 stars. Will likely buy again. Would like to see them include the detailed packet information,That being said, I bought it for use in intense sweat situations and true dehydration scenarios. I am a bit of a prepper, and so I will be adding this to my hiking bag, emergency car bag, get home bag/bug out bag, medical kit. If food is scarce or low or only foods with little sodium or other minerals are available, then the need to replace is that much more vital. If you have ever been truly dehydrated, it is a scary feeling. The immense relief that can come from the first few sips is amazing.IngredientsPure Cane Sugar, Dextrose, Citric Acid, Salt, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Dipotassium Phosphate, Silicon Dioxide, Rebaudioside A (Stevia Leaf Extract), Natural Flavor, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Vitamin B5 (D-Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)

We Love Liquid IV - It works!

My husband, who works a lot outside and is much more active than I, has been using this products for years. We recently took a trip to the Florida keys. Although I drank multiple bottles of water, it was very hot and I began to show signs of dehydration. We went back to our room and my husband mixed me one of his Liquid IV’s. I was amazed how quickly I began to feel better. My headache disappeared and my energy level came right back up. This stuff works! We take it everywhere we go. Road trips, Boat trips, and an extra in my purse just in case. Thank You Liquid IV !💝💕👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🎉🥳❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️