Electrolyte Solution vs Electrolyte oral solution
Overall, Electrolyte Solution has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Electrolyte Solution | Electrolyte oral solution |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | — | — |
| Calories | 10 kcal | 3 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 2.5 g | 9 g |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Additives | 5 | 5 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Electrolyte oral solution has 69% fewer calories (3 kcal vs 10 kcal).
- Electrolyte Solution has 72% less sugar (2.5 g vs 9 g).
- Electrolyte Solution has 72% less salt (0.3 g vs 0.9 g).
Ingredients
Electrolyte Solution
Water, dextrose, less than 1% of: potassium citrate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, zinc gluconate, artificial grape flavor, fd&c red #40, fd&c blue #1, citric acid, acesulfame potassium, sucralose.
Electrolyte oral solution
Water, dextrose, less than 1% of: potassium citrate, sodium chloride, sodium citrate, zinc gluconate, citric acid, natural flavors, fd&c red #40, fd&c blue #1, acesulfame potassium, sucralose.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Electrolyte Solution or Electrolyte oral solution?
Overall, Electrolyte Solution has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Electrolyte oral solution has fewer calories: 3 kcal versus 10 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Electrolyte Solution has less sugar: 2.5 g versus 9 g per 100 g.