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Best Alkaline Water
BODYARMOR SportWater Alkaline Water
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Best Alkaline Water
BODYARMOR SportWater Alkaline Water
The WH team tried dozens of plain waters, from bottled to boxed, and this buy came out on top for its thirst-quenching abilities. The bottle boasted a clean taste that testers couldn’t stop raving about. “A lovely, refreshing, neutral taste that you could guzzle if needed!” said one editor. And thanks to its added electrolytes, your body may absorb the liquid faster, aiding in speedier recovery.
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Best Coconut Water
Harmless Harvest Organic Coconut Water
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Best Coconut Water
Harmless Harvest Organic Coconut Water
If you’re planning a big sweat, stock up on this super-sweet (but no-sugar-added!) pick. It’s packed with potassium, a mineral tops for preventing cramps and maintaining muscle function. One taster noted that, “it has a very balanced, neutral flavor (not too sour or sweet) but with floral notes.”
So even if you’re not the biggest fan of the seriously sweet flavor of coconut water, give this bottle a try. Women’s Health editors also liked the Harmless Harvest Coconut Water With Pulp that contains bits of real coconut flesh, which added a bit of a nutty bite to each sip.
Fan of a squeeze of citrus juice in your water? You can skip the slices with this pick. A splash of lemon extract gives this zinc-boosted pick a sweet-tart and super-fresh finish. Plus the powerful combo of vitamin C from citrus plus zinc is a dynamic duo when it comes to supporting your immune system, according to the USDA.
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Best Cactus Water
True Nopal Organic Cactus Water Prickly Pear Plus Pineapple
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Best Cactus Water
True Nopal Organic Cactus Water Prickly Pear Plus Pineapple
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Blue Stripes Urban Cacao Just Cacao Cacao Water
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Blue Stripes Urban Cacao Just Cacao Cacao Water
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Blue Stripes Urban Cacao has made it their mission to make chocolate production more sustainable. One solution: Turning the leftovers from cacao harvesting into this seriously hydrating favorite. Tasters noted that it served up puckering lemonade vibes with a hint of fruity lychee flavor. The bottle also boasts over 20% of your daily vitamin C per serving, necessary for immune support and collagen production. “Clean and very refreshing!!” noted one editor.
Sparkling water is just as hydrating as bubble-free buys, and if you’re looking for something a little more exciting than plain old water, the carbonation adds some interest. Spindrift is a fan favorite in the Women’s Health Test Kitchen because each can has a splash of real fruit juice. The blood orange tangerine flavor boasts a sweet-tart tang that makes for a perfect sub to orange soda.
Becca Miller (she/her) has been working in the Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen since 2018, where she researches and writes about tasty recipes, food trends and top cooking tools. She graduated from NYU with a liberal arts degree focusing on creative writing. She makes killer scrambled eggs, enjoys a glass of un-oaked chardonnay and takes pride in her love of reality television.