Cure and Liquid I.V. both come in single-serve packets that you mix with water. This comparison looks at Cure Watermelon Hydration Mix and Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Lemon Lime—not every product in either brand’s range. Formulas can vary by flavor and version, so check the package label before comparing.
| Per packet | Cure Watermelon | Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Lemon Lime |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 25 | 50 |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 500 mg |
| Total sugars | 4 g | 11 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 11 g |
| Potassium | 345 mg | 370 mg |
| Water amount | 8–16 fl oz | 16 fl oz |
The Cure figures come from its Watermelon product label; Liquid I.V.’s nutrition figures are from a Lemon Lime label. Liquid I.V. says sodium amounts may vary slightly by flavor, so the label on the specific product is the best reference.
Sugar and ingredients
Cure’s Watermelon mix has 4 grams of total sugar per packet, but the label lists 0 grams of added sugar. Its ingredients include coconut water powder, pink Himalayan salt, sodium citrate, stevia, and monk fruit. Cure says to mix one packet with 8–16 ounces of water.
The Lemon Lime Liquid I.V. label lists 11 grams of sugar, including 11 grams of added sugar, per packet. Liquid I.V.’s original Hydration Multiplier uses glucose as one of its ingredients; the brand also sells separate Sugar-Free products, which have a different formula.
Sodium and serving size
One packet of Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier provides more sodium than one packet of Cure Watermelon: 500 mg compared with 240 mg. Both products provide potassium, with the Cure label listing 345 mg and Liquid I.V.’s listing 370 mg per packet.
The water directions differ: Cure recommends 8–16 ounces per packet, while Liquid I.V. recommends mixing one stick with 16 ounces. That means Cure’s drink strength can vary depending on how much water you use; Liquid I.V.’s standard direction specifies 16 ounces.
Cure vs. Liquid I.V.: Which should you choose?
Based on these two labels, Cure Watermelon has fewer calories and less sodium and total sugar per packet, with no added sugar. Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Lemon Lime has more sodium and potassium per packet, along with more calories and added sugar.
The choice depends on the specific product and what you’re looking for, including the amount of sodium, sugar, and calories on the label, as well as how much water the packet is intended to mix with. Cure and Liquid I.V. both offer other formulas, so compare the exact versions rather than treating each brand as a single recipe.