THE TRUTH ABOUT WATER ENHANCERS

If you’ve ever set foot in a grocery store, then you’re familiar with all of the most popular water enhancers that are on the market right now. They are most commonly a flavored liquid in a nifty, handy little container and are advertised as being a fun, tasty way to make water a little less dull and easier to drink. They claim to be healthy alternatives to juice and soda, and to contain an array of vitamins to give you a boost of energy while helping you stay hydrated. Consumers purchase these products thinking that they are making a good choice for their health, but unfortunately this is not actually the case.

Here is the truth about most commercial water enhancers - what you are seeing is just a clever marketing ploy to get you to buy their unhealthy products. 

Consumers today are more health-conscious than ever before. They understand the health hazards of guzzling soda, juice, sports drinks, and other caffeinated beverages throughout the day anytime thirst strikes. The real issue is that most Americans find plain water boring and unsatisfying to drink all day long. These big-name companies saw their frustration and created an opportunity for themselves out of it. 

So why exactly are these water flavor enhancers not a healthy option? Let’s take Mio, one of the most popular brands, for example:

LOADED WITH CHEMICALS AND ADDITIVES

If you take a good look at flavor enhancer nutrition labels, you’ll notice plenty of questionable ingredients. They come in a variety of flavors such as lemonade, orange, black cherry, and berry. While having so many options to flavor your water may sound enticing, it comes at a cost. They use artificial flavors and colors, which have both been linked to an increase of several potential health risks ranging from allergic reactions to certain types of cancer. That bright splash of sweet liquid that you squirt into your water may be doing much more harm than it’s worth.

Other ingredients that seem to get the most buzz by health experts are sucralose and propylene glycol. Sucralose is an artificial, zero-calorie sweetener that is 400-700 times sweeter than regular sugar. Sucralose can cause spikes in blood glucose and insulin, and has also been proven to have a negative effect on gut health. Artificial sweeteners have been under scrutiny for quite some time now, and it has been proven that they cause more harm than good.

Propylene glycol is a liquid substance that is used to absorb water. This substance has caused concern as it is most commonly used in antifreeze - yes, antifreeze! It is also used to produce polyester, to de-ice planes, and can also be found in certain detergents. Propylene glycol is tasteless and odorless, and has been raising eyebrows when used in food products and cosmetics.

 

FALSE HEALTH CLAIMS

Take one look at their packaging and you’ll see a whole host of buzzwords like:

  • Energy
  • Fit
  • Vitamins
  • Sport

These words catch your eye and lead you to believe that in choosing this product, you are choosing a healthy alternative to other not-so-healthy beverages. Unfortunately, these claims are false advertising. Many only contain very small quantities of vitamins. Not nearly enough to provide any real benefit such as increased energy levels or increased hydration. It is only for advertising purposes to trick potential consumers into thinking that they are making a health-conscious decision.

CAUSE SUGAR CRAVINGS

Some people, when regularly consuming artificial sweeteners, notice that it kicks their sweet tooth into high gear. Choosing a flavored water enhancer over juice, soda, or energy drinks is typically a result of the consumer wanting to make better decisions for their health. Even though artificial sweeteners tend to be hundreds of times sweeter than sugar when it comes to taste, they can have an impact on the way our brains process the zero-calorie sweetness. It changes the pathways and disrupts the appetite regulating parts of our brain. This has been proven to cause our body to crave more calories, which in turn can cause unwanted weight gain for those who are trying to make healthier choices.

TRULY ORGANIC ELECTROLYTE POWDER THAT TASTES GOOD

So what can you do to increase your water intake, boost hydration, and feel satisfied? The good news is that there are healthy options out there when it comes to water flavor enhancers. GOODONYA’s HYDRATE is a perfect example of what you should be looking for. It is important to choose a product that has truly natural ingredients that will actually do what it claims to do. The only ingredients in HYDRATE are:

  • Dehydrated lemon juice
  • Organic coconut water
  • Organic stevia
  • Magnesium
  • Himalayan sea salt
  • Vitamin C

No artificial colors or sweeteners, no processed ingredients, and only the best, most natural ingredients that you can feel good about putting into your body.

The minerals in HYDRATE are what really actually enhance your water - naturally. It does not rely on artificial color, flavor, ingredients, or false advertising. The natural lemon flavor of HYDRATE makes it easier to drink more water throughout the day, without the health risks of products like Mio.

WRAPPING UP

Most water flavor enhancers advertise compact, convenient, easy-to-use packaging which appeals to busy consumers. HYDRATE comes in individual serving packets, making it easy to keep it on hand to be used anytime, anywhere. You can even make it in large batches to keep in your refrigerator at home. To add some versatility to the flavor, you can even add in some fresh fruit such as strawberries or blueberries to spice things up a bit. 

However you choose to drink it,  HYDRATE is what you are looking for in a safe, convenient way to hydrate quickly and effectively anytime. With such a tasty, natural flavor, and feel-good ingredients, you won’t even be tempted to reach for an artificial water enhancer, soda, or juice, as long as you have a batch or packets of HYDRATE readily available. This makes it easier to drink more water all day long, without worrying about the long-term effects on your health. 

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