Pedialyte vs Electrolyte Solution
Overall, Electrolyte Solution has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pedialyte | Electrolyte Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | — |
| NOVA group | — | — |
| Calories | 294 kcal | 10 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 70.6 g | 2.5 g |
| Salt | 9.6 g | 0.3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 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 Solution has 97% fewer calories (10 kcal vs 294 kcal).
- Electrolyte Solution has 96% less sugar (2.5 g vs 70.6 g).
- Electrolyte Solution has 97% less salt (0.3 g vs 9.6 g).
Ingredients
Pedialyte
Anhydrous dextrose, short-chain fructooligosaccharides, citric acid, salt, potassium citrate, sodium citrate; less than 2% of: natural and artificial flavor, calcium silicate, acesulfame potassium, sucralose, and yellow 6.
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.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pedialyte or Electrolyte 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 Solution has fewer calories: 10 kcal versus 294 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Electrolyte Solution has less sugar: 2.5 g versus 70.6 g per 100 g.