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Core Water 6 Pack
Beverages
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Core Water 6 Pack

CORE
182.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

CORE Water 6 Pack presents as a premium bottled-water option in the beverage aisle, usually stacked with other flavored and enhanced waters and positioned near sports drinks, electrolyte powders, and single-serve waters. Shoppers will also find it on endcaps during fitness- or hydration-themed promotions. The six-pack of clear PET bottles (label and cap excluded from the recycled claim) markets hydration as a lifestyle choice — zero calories, a roughly 7.4 pH that “mirrors your body,” and added electrolytes for taste. It reads as a wellness-minded product aimed at fitness-oriented, urban professionals and parents who want a cleaner, higher-end alternative to tap water without sugars or artificial flavors. Label characteristics include health-halo language (“purified,” “perfectly pH balanced,” “electrolytes & minerals for taste”), clear non-organic status, and no child-targeted graphics — the branding is sleek, clinical, and modern rather than playful. Processing context is straightforward: municipal or source water is purified (reverse osmosis, seven-stage process) and small amounts of mineral salts are added; this is a minimal, targeted processing step rather than heavy formulation. Sensory details: very light mineral note, neutral aroma, crisp and smooth mouthfeel, served chilled straight from the bottle or sipped during workouts. Ritual usage skews practical — gym bag staple, desk-side hydration, refill for road trips, or stocked for storm prep — and the six-pack format supports short-term bulk buying for household convenience. Overall it’s presented as a practical, slightly premium hydration solution within American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12.0
Servings per Container: 15
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

Purified, Water, (Purified, by, Reverse, Osmosis),, Potassium, Bicarbonate,, Magnesium, Chloride, and, Calcium, Chloride, (Electrolyte, and, Mineral, Sources)..

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?

The ingredient list contains only purified water and simple mineral salts (electrolytes) with no additives, flavors, or sweeteners, and purification is a minimal processing step. This places the product in NOVA group 1 (unprocessed or minimally processed foods).

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Common Questions about Core Water 6 Pack

Core Water is a refreshing choice if you're looking for hydration without the calories or sugar. While it doesn't pack a nutritional punch like fruits or veggies, it’s a great way to stay hydrated, especially during workouts or hot days. So, if you consider health to be about staying hydrated, then yes, it’s a healthy option!

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
storm-prep

Vibe:

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