SOS has:
The fastest absorption rate.
2x the electrolytes of Nuun.
3x the electrolytes of other traditional sports drinks.
10x the electrolytes of coconut water.
10x the electrolytes of other functional waters.
| KEY HYDRATION POINTS | SOS | COMPETITORS |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | Medically developed and scientifically proven formula equal to an IV drop. Allows the body to absorb 3x more water than water alone | Loosely based on research, if at all |
| Research Proven | Independently tested | Not |
| Electrolyte Content | 6 key electrolytes (Sodium, potassium, chloride, citrate, magnesium & zinc) in amounts to support active lifestyles. | 2-5 key electrolytes in amounts 3x less than SOS. Many oral hydration drinks are designed for diarrhoea. |
| Rate of fluid absorption (lower osmolarity = faster absorption) | Fast - Osmolarity 189 Hypotonic | Slow - Osmolarity 270-350, Isotonic to Hypertonic |
| Ingredients | Premium non-gmo ingredients - no fillers, artificial ingredients or preservatives | Many with artificial colors, flavors, sweetners and preservatives. |
| Calories | 10 | 25-50 |
| Sugar | 2.5g of cane sugar/dextrose - only what is needed to transport electrolytes into the bloodstream | 6g-14g |
| Taste | 5 Delicious Flavors | Depends on brand - Many are either too sweet or have a bad after-taste from fake sugars |
| Hydration that fits in your pocket - Portable | SOS sticks can be carried easily and are designed to use on the go. SOS sticks are also TSA approved | Tablets cannot be carried individually |
| Dissolve speed | Powder - Less than 10 seconds | Tablet - 3+ minutes |
| Informed Choice - Safe for Sport Certified | ✓ | - |
| Contains magnesium and zinc | ✓ | ✓- |
| Vegan friendly and gluten free | ✓ | ✓- |
Dehydration is the #1 cause of daytime fatigue.
Just by being thirsty, you are already dehydrated which can result in a loss of up to 25% in physical performance.
75% of Americans are Magnesium Deficient.
| Key Elements of Hydration | WHO ORS* |  |
NUUN Active | Pedialyte | Skratch | Gatorade | Coconut |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osmolarity | 200 - 310 | 230 | N/A | 270 | 280 | 350 | 280 |
| Calories | 25 - 65 | 20 | 0 | 52.7 | 90 | 100 | 90 |
| Carbs (gm) | 5-17 | 7 | 0 | 12.7 | 22 | 28 | 22 |
| Sugar (gm) | 5-17 | 5 (Cane) | 0 | 12.7 | 22 | 28 | 22 |
| Artificial Ingredients | 0 | 0 | 0 | Flavor, Sucralose, Ace K, Red 40 | 0 | Ace K, Sucralose, Color | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 650-1035 | 660 | 359 | 506.3 | 300 | 220 | 150 |
| Potassium (mg) | 290-485 | 390 | 101 | 379.8 | 40 | 60 | 940 |
| Magnesium (mg) | Optional | 100 | 25 | 0 | 30 | 0 | 0 |
| ZInc (mg) | Optional | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Citrates (meq/l) | 8-12 | 12 | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Chloride (meq/l) | 50-80 | 55 | No | 17.5 | Yes | No | No |
| Weight (gm) | 20 or under | 10 | 6 | 4.4 | 25.46 | Ready to Drink | Ready to Drink |
Comparison based on 500ml / 16FLOZ
World health organization guidelines for oral rehydration solutions
Comparisons based on nutritional panels of products in 2016