Moon Juice vs. LMNT: Which Electrolyte Powder is the Best for Staying Hydrated?

Whether you're into strength training, a marathon runner, or a dedicated yogi, there's a good chance nothing bums you out quite like not being able to give it your all due to fatigue and dehydration.

We've all been there, and it sucks. And with 75% of Americans being chronically dehydrated, it's not as rare as it should be. The easy solution? An electrolyte powder drink. But which electrolyte powder drink? There are a million options out there. 🤷‍♀️

As a certified electrolyte enthusiast, I'm here to break down the benefits of two of the most popular brands in the market, Moon Juice's Mini Dew and LMNT, and tell you which one is the best (in my experience).

If You're Looking For a Product With A Strong Ingredient Profile… Mini Dew

When it comes to the ingredient profile, Mini Dew talks the talk and walks the walk.

It's a 2-in-1 electrolyte + trace mineral blend powder with high-quality, 100% traceable, bioavailable ingredients like magnesium gluconate and potassium citrate, which work together to boost your body’s hydration, mineralization, cognitive performance, hormone balance, and skin/hair improvements. 

LMNT, on the other hand, uses ingredients that lack the bioactive effectiveness and potency of Mini Dew. This means its ingredients aren’t being absorbed and put to use by the body, it just can’t pack nearly as much of a punch.

If You Want the Most Benefits in a Single Electrolyte Powder Pack… Mini Dew

LMNT's strengths are its convenience, energy boost to kick start your day, endurance for intense workouts, and support for healthy fasting. Those are all great reasons to choose an electrolyte powder. 

Mini Dew takes this even further by addressing a problem faced by 90% of the US: mineral deficiency and/or imbalance. By adding chelated minerals and ionic trace minerals to their formulas, Mini Dew supplies the essential nutrients you’ve been missing, which can improve your cognitive performance and boost your energy levels naturally.

If You Want a Product That Has Less Sodium… Mini Dew

Sodium intake is a hot topic among supplement nerds like me. Some may not know this, but powder drinks have way more salt than you think. In fact, a single LMNT stick pack has 43% of your recommended daily sodium intake. (Not to rain on your parade, but that’s almost the same amount of sodium in a packet of ramen noodles.) This is great if you’re a super-athlete, but if not, it can be overkill.

Moon Juice’s Mini Dew is the powder for you if you want to stay within the standard recommended sodium dose. It contains only a fraction of the added sodium in leading electrolyte powders, making it friendly for everyday use.

If You Value Having More Flavor Options… LMNT

As much as I love Mini Dew, I must say the flavor options are a bit limited. However, their two flavors, Watermelon and Pomelo, are super delicious, so we’re willing to work with Moon Juice here. You almost don’t need any other flavors. 

But if you do want a variety of flavors, LMNT has 12 flavors, from the citrusy zing of Lemon Lime to the exotic traces of Mango Chili, so choosing your favorite one could be pretty hard.

While this is a minor feature and the biggest draw for either product, LMNT does provide the most variety for our demanding taste buds.

The Ultimate Winner… Mini Dew

For me, Mini Dew is simply the more complete electrolyte powder out of the two. My life moves fast, and I need an electrolyte powder that packs a punch, solving multiple needs at once. 

Based solely on the standard electrolyte powder benefits Mini Dew provides, I’m sold. Moon Juice’s Mini Dew meets my every need with its multi-mineral blend, cognitive enhancements, and skin/hair health improvements.