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Core Hydration Perfectly Balanced  Water, .5 L bottles, 6 Pack
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Core Hydration Perfectly Balanced Water, .5 L bottles, 6 Pack

CORE
101.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Core Hydration Perfectly Balanced Water arrives on shelf as a premium bottled water option: a six-pack of contoured 0.5 L plastic bottles displayed in the bottled water aisle, often shelved alongside other purified waters, electrolyte-enhanced waters, seltzers and sports drinks. You’ll also spot it in grab-and-go coolers near gym entrances or on endcaps promoting fitness and hydration. It reads as a lifestyle choice for active, image-conscious shoppers — marketed to young professionals and fitness-minded adults who value wellness aesthetics and convenience. The label leans into health halos: “perfectly balanced pH,” “purified,” and “electrolytes & minerals for taste and hydration,” and calls out sustainability with bottles made from recycled plastic (caps/labels excluded). There are no kid-targeted graphics, organic seals or sweetener claims — the package emphasizes clean, crisp minimalism. In processing terms it’s purified (reverse osmosis) water with added mineral salts for taste and electrolytes — a lightly processed beverage rather than a formulated drink. Sensory notes are subtle: an ultra-clear, neutral mouthfeel with a faint minerality and no sweetness; the wide mouth or sport-cap variants make sipping, sharing, and post-workout gulps easy. The ritual is simple and pragmatic — grab a chilled bottle before a run, toss a six-pack into the cooler for a road trip, or keep a pack in the pantry for emergencies. In American grocery culture Core functions as a mid-tier “wellness” water, marrying clean design, functional claims and recyclable packaging to appeal to shoppers seeking a tidy, modern hydration option.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 8.0
Servings per Container: 12
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Reverse, Osmosis, Water,, Calcium, Chloride,, Magnesium, Chloride, and, Potassium, Bicarbonate, (Electrolyte, &, Mineral, Sources), for, Taste, and, Hydration..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Ingredients are limited to purified water and simple mineral salts with no added sweeteners, flavors, or industrial additives, so it aligns with minimally processed foods in NOVA Group 1 despite purification and packaging.

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Common Questions about Core Hydration Perfectly Balanced Water, .5 L bottles, 6 Pack

Core Hydration is a hydration-focused beverage that’s calorie-free and packed with electrolytes like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. If you’re looking for a refreshing way to stay hydrated without added sugars or artificial ingredients, this could be a great choice. Healthy is subjective, of course, so if you're comparing it to sugary sodas or energy drinks, it definitely stands out!

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
storm-prep

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