Electrolyte Mix

Name: LMNT Electrolyte Mix
Brand: LMNT
Price: 45.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Worth BuyingElectrolytes-5 Hype

Sodium-forward electrolyte mix that gets the ratios largely right. Good for active people and low-carb diets. Slightly overhyped through influencer marketing.

82/ 100

Biorank Score

Independently ranked

82/ 100

Biorank Score

Independently ranked by Biorank Laboratories

Our Verdict

Worth Buying

Strong formulation for its target audience. The sodium-to-potassium ratio aligns with sweat composition research. Full label transparency with no proprietary blends. Hype penalty applied for aggressive influencer marketing that sometimes overstates benefits beyond the athletic context. The 'zero sugar' positioning is valid but not unique.

Key Findings

1000mg sodium aligns with sweat replacement research for athletes
Zero sugar, no artificial colors or fillers
Magnesium dose is supplementary at best -- not therapeutic
Hype penalty: influencer marketing overstates benefits for non-athletes

Evidence Analysis

LMNT's formula is built around the principle that active individuals and those on low-carb diets often need more sodium than standard dietary guidelines suggest. The 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, 60mg magnesium ratio is supported by sports science literature for exercise performance, though the evidence is strongest for prolonged endurance activity. The high sodium content is appropriate for heavy sweaters but may be excessive for sedentary users.

Ingredient Breakdown

Ingredient	Dose	Effective Dose	Verdict
Sodium (from salt)	1000mg	500-1500mg during exercise	Optimal
Potassium (citrate)	200mg	200-400mg	Adequate
Magnesium (malate)	60mg	200-400mg	Underdosed

True Cost Analysis

Underdosed -- You Need 2.5x Servings for Full Effect

Listed Price

$1.50/serving

$45.00/month at 1 serving/day

True Cost Per Effective Dose

2.5x

$3.75/effective dose

$112.50/month for effective dosing

Why the true cost is higher

This product has 1 underdosed and 0 unknown-dose ingredients. To actually get clinically effective doses, you would need approximately 2.5 servings per day -- making your real cost $3.75 per effective dose instead of the listed $1.50.

Value Score

Below average value

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Where It Falls Short

High sodium content (1000mg) is not appropriate for everyone, particularly those with hypertension or kidney concerns. Limited magnesium at 60mg (well below most daily targets). Premium pricing for what amounts to electrolyte salts with flavoring. Influencer-heavy marketing inflates perceived value.