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MiO Liquid Water Enhancer Fruit Punch
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MiO Liquid Water Enhancer Fruit Punch

Mio
1.62 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
29
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Mio Fruit Punch Liquid Water Enhancer is a small, brightly colored squeezable plastic bottle designed to sit on a grocery shelf with powdered drink mixes, powdered electrolyte packets and other liquid water enhancers — often near bottled water, sports drinks and the beverage aisle’s sugar-free section. The copy leans into portability and convenience: a palm-sized bottle promising zero-calorie flavor for busy commutes, gym bags, lunchboxes and road trips. Its branding targets time-conscious, health-minded shoppers who want to reduce soda and sugar intake without giving up bold, familiar fruit flavors — young parents, students and active adults who like to customize their drinks. The label leans on health halos like “sugar-free” and “zero calories” and a “naturally flavored” claim, but lacks organic or clean-label certifications; bright red graphics and playful type make it feel kid-friendly even while the ingredient list includes artificial color and high-intensity sweeteners. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, concentrated flavoring product with multiple additives and preservatives to keep it shelf-stable. Sensory notes: a viscous, concentrated red liquid that dissolves into water to yield an intensely sweet, tart, fruit-punch profile and a slightly artificial aftertaste from sucralose and acesulfame potassium; Red 40 gives vivid color to the finished drink. Typical ritual: measure a half-teaspoon or squeeze directly into 12 ounces of water, shake or stir, then adjust intensity. The bottle’s nozzle and compact size encourage on-the-go use — slipped into purses, glove boxes or gym bags for instant flavored hydration anytime.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 24
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

WATER,, MALIC, ACID,, CITRIC, ACID,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, NATURAL, FLAVOR,, SUCRALOSE, AND, ACESULFAME, POTASSIUM, (SWEETENERS),, POTASSIUM, CITRATE,, GUM, ARABIC,, SUCROSE, ACETATE, ISOBUTYRATE,, RED, 40,, POTASSIUM, SORBATE, (PRESERVATIVE)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium Sorbate - Synthetic preservative
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial additives (artificial sweeteners, artificial color, preservatives, emulsifiers and flavor concentrates) and is a ready-to-use manufactured flavoring, which fits NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about MiO Liquid Water Enhancer Fruit Punch

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! MiO is calorie-free and low in sugar, which might make it a good option for those watching their weight or sugar intake. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so if you're looking for something more natural, you might want to explore other options.

Perfect For

road-trip
back-to-school
post-workout

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