Cure Hydrating Electrolyte Mix
Health-conscious consumers who prefer whole-food-based hydration with organic ingredients
BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
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Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Cure Hydrating Electrolyte Mix
Health-conscious consumers who prefer whole-food-based hydration with organic ingredients
Cure takes a whole-food approach to electrolytes with organic coconut water as the base. The ingredient quality is high and the taste is pleasant, but the electrolyte content is moderate. Best for everyday hydration rather than intense athletic performance.
Strengths
- Made with organic coconut water and pink Himalayan salt for a whole-food base
- No artificial sweeteners, flavors, or colors — plant-based ingredients
- Convenient stick-pack format with pleasant, not-too-sweet taste
Limitations
- Contains 4g sugar per serving from organic coconut water and cane sugar
- Lower electrolyte content than performance-focused competitors
- Premium pricing for the amount of electrolytes delivered per serving
When to Choose BODYARMOR Flash I.V.
Budget-conscious shoppers who want affordable hydration from a familiar brand
BODYARMOR Flash I.V. is widely available and affordable, but the inclusion of sucralose and a proprietary blend without disclosed electrolyte amounts puts it near the bottom on ingredient transparency and quality. Fine for casual hydration, but health-conscious users should look elsewhere.
Strengths
- Very affordable at ~$0.58/stick — one of the cheapest per-serving options
- Good taste with wide mass-market appeal and retail availability
- Coconut water base provides some natural electrolyte content
Limitations
- Contains sucralose (artificial sweetener) despite marketing as "better for you"
- Ingredient label lacks specific electrolyte amounts — proprietary blend
- Owned by Coca-Cola — marketing emphasis on sports branding over ingredient quality
