Mega Maltodextrin Test - 12 Electrolyte Powders Tested, plus 5 Other Products

[@SeriousKeto]

Here is a summary of my test results. If you do any testing and want to share the results, please reply to this comment with the brand, flavor, and color change results. Ath Lytes lemon lime - purple Dr Berg lemonade - no color change Drip Drop peach - purple Gatorade Zero glacier cherry - purple Liquid IV lemon lime - purple LMNT orange - purple Ozenke strawberry - very purple Perfect Keto Daily Electrolytes lemon lime - purple SaltT Mondo Melon - no color change Sqwincher Zero lemon lime - purple Ultima Replenisher lemonade - very little color change, rapidly disappeared ZeroLyte citrus - purple True Orange - unusual color change, not purple and the drops seemed to hang on the surface True Lime - unusual color change, not purple and the drops seemed to hang on the surface True Lemon - unusual color change, not purple and the drops seemed to hang on the surface Crystal Light raspberry lemonade - purple Calm orange - purple I'm not sure what was going on with the True brand of citrus powders. The color change was different than the others. I don't know if that is due to citric acid or some other factor.

[@LeahHacklemanGood]

Would the iodine react to the trace sugar in the fruit juice?

[@SeriousKeto]

@@LeahHacklemanGood iodine shouldn't react to sugar, as sugar is not a starch (which maltodextrin is).

[@ChrisBairKeto]

I found a while ago that true lemon appears to have maltodextrin (or another similar starch) and many people have questioned if the reaction was due to the simple sugars in the juice or from the citric acid or some other factor. Here you go drive.google.com/file/d/1s3h9lE_naQ1Q7bji3mi-aPl1SjKAy7kp/view?usp=drive_link Straight lime juice, straight lemon juice, and true lemon. To get the same concentration in the true lemon I should have used a lot less water, it's roughly 1 packet = 1 lemon wedge which is about a teaspoon (19.7ml). I did 2 packets in 4oz (118ml) or roughly 6x the water I should have used. Regardless, there is some kind of starch in the true lemon and the reaction is NOT the low pH, it's not the citric acid, it's not the sugars. The ingredients label on the True Lemon says: "Crystallized Lemon [citric acid, lemon oil, lemon juice]." It does not list maltodextrin, and does not list a carrier agent or that anything else is added.

[@shdwbnndbyyt]

f you observe a color change when iodine is added to a sugar solution, it could indicate the presence of other substances, such as starch or polysaccharides, that can react with iodine. Thus I would expect that a flavoring that is essentially crystallized from a citrus fruit to possibly have some reaction with iodine... Have you tried lemon or lime concentrate?

[@ChrisBairKeto]

I tested lemon juice and lime juice at 6x the concentration compared to true lemon, neither changed color. It's not the acid and it's not the sugars.

[@Willowtable]

I've heard Dr Berg say he actually has to pay his manufacturing company to keep maltodextrin out of his products. I appreciate that about him.

[@mommiedearest5337]

I hope that’s true. I love his electrolytes.

[@pittsburgh-gal]

​@@mommiedearest5337His was the best one in this experiment!

[@MerrrryBeth]

I hope that’s true as well… I not only use his electrolytes, I called his hotline and asked and they said as far as they know it’s not in there. (The customer service agent anyway)…😮

[@kathleenking47]

@@Willowtable Use a little Celtic salt For electrolytes

[@Trahloc]

@@kathleenking47 that works great for sodium. What are you doing for potassium and magnesium?

[@Bee_Hive_10134]

We've been using Key Nutrients electrolytes for years now, and LOVE it, and love supporting veterans. I'll have to test theirs and report back. Thanks for taking the time, effort, and money to do this test for us, Steve. You are the best!

[@jodyrosedahl4278]

@@Bee_Hive_10134 What did you find out?

[@22qcat]

Wow. You weren’t kidding. That was a mega amount of testing! I tested everything in my own kitchen with iodine, but you have lots of products I don’t currently have. And now I know which ones I will never have. Thank you! 😊

[@dawnhoughton4533]

Thank you for testing all this. I am no longer buying LMNT

[@lizzieb6311]

Same! Cancelling my subscription… sadly, because I really like it. Trying Dr Bergs

[@odettethompson6221]

Thank you for testing True Lime and True Lemon! I use those mainly to flavor desserts for a more pronounced flavor. I never would have thought they would have anything other than the crystallized juice of the fruit. It looks like whatever it has is a small amount, but that definitely gives me reason to pause.

[@SeriousKeto]

Yeah, that was disappointing to see.

[@missyb.623]

Very disappointing. *sigh

[@mmmmmmmmmm297]

I absolutely AGREE we should have more truthful labelling! It matters for those of us who are diabetic, who had a blood sugar spike with an electrolyte drink that claimed to be "free". I needed to take insulin with that electrolyte, so now I only drink it with a meal that I was already using insulin for anyway.

[@DoctorJohnSmith9]

Very glad I found this channel a few weeks ago. Fantastic presentation, quick and easy to watch, understand, and digest, and I could listen to Mr. Keto speak about anything. Great host with a great voice!

[@jeannineenos2758]

Thank you for showing this. I have switched to Saltt E and I am very happy to see that it is a clean product .

[@trishaswaney648]

Interesting topic! Thank you so much for the time and money you invested. I am continuing to buy LMNT because for me it works amazing and I like the taste better than any others. These results are super scary for anyone with an allergy!

[@Leonardokite]

Science class with Steve the keto guy hahaha 😉definitely a nice overview. 👍

[@DonaldWalker-su8nj]

After watching this video I was shocked to find that Zero Lyte which I have been using (and CONSPICUOUSLY NOTE ON THE PACKAGING "does not contain Maltodextrin") tested positive. So I emailed the company who responded they were opening a "ticket" related to my complaint. That was two days ago and nothing from them since! Thank you so much for doing this testing so that I can now either look for a "clean" source of electrolytes or make my own.

[@freddobbs4059]

As always, enjoyable. The Iodine test shows reaction with a host of polymers. This includes maltodextrin, starches, and even cellulose. Honestly, I was, without looking up the structure, surprised the Acacia gum fiber didn't register. I say this to point out that the Real Lemon and Lime most likely have a modest amount of naturally occurring starches that are triggering a response.

[@SeriousKeto]

It's possible. I don't claim to be a scientist, but I do enjoy science. 😉

[@MrCharlesEldredge]

This is one of the things I love about your channel Steve. You do great testing! Thank you. I use the Ultima brand and I called them when the ELMNT controversy was going on. They said they do not have maltodextrin in their products. You proved they are telling the truth.

[@Ketograndma]

Thanks so much for this video I love your honesty and objective opinions. I personally am very upset that LMNT has decided to deceive its customers and it's also more upsetting to watch all these creators who must be under contract to downplay this scandal as some of them posted positive videos saying it's not their fault they didn't know.... Duhh they should have known, they owed us an obligation to be honest and yes I agree with you labeling rules need to be changed and I sure hope that RFK takes that on as one of his first jobs. MAHA!

[@joannarippon3910]

Thank you for doing this test. I threw out several boxes of sugar free stick flavorings for water (welches and sunkist to name a few) because of the maltodextrin in them. Did the iodine test on my Real Lemon and Real Lime only to find out they too have maltodextrin in them. All these years thinking I was not effecting my insulin levels. I’m happy to see Ultima does not have any. They were the first electrolyte company I ever tried. I’m still using LMNT but now drink it with my meal.

[@charylliss3741]

I can't tell you how important this video is to me. Thank you❤

[@MarkLowCarb]

OMG thank you for doing this. I'm in talks with some suppliers that have products that spike BG, but shouldn't. I did a bunch of blood prick tests. It's incredible how professional nutritionists outright lie to the companies that hire them, do absolutely no testing, I'm trying to call them out, without getting sued into oblivion (cuz Canada)

[@MarkLowCarb]

I have had BG spikes on keto snacks also, that I thought was because of Whey protein, but most likely Maltodextrin instead the culprit.

[@SeriousKeto]

Thanks, Mark. 🙂

[@MarkLowCarb]

My real name & Canada libel laws, I cannot name & shame. I do privately reach out to the info@ or their webpage, I always get a canned response, but sometimes I get a human, share my tests, and try to get something positive rolling. It's also why I haven't started a KZbin career, we don't have free speech.

[@miriamcedillo4431]

Thank you for testing Dr. Berg's Electrolytes. It's the only Electrolyte powder I take, and I take it because when I Intermittent Fast longer than 16 hours, I start feeling weak and out-of-sorts (I also take some of his other supplements, that in my opinion is also good & helpful). I saw your previous video that tested only 3 or 4 Electrolyte products, and I thought I would have to use the last of my current container of Dr. Berg's Electrolytes for a test (and you also didn't specify if you could use off-the-self pharmacy Iodine, or had to use the edible Lugol's brand Iodine for these tests). Thankfully, with this video you have answered all my questions. Thank you.

[@sykesc2]

Whew! We have been using Ultima lemonade for some time now thinking it was clean. Thanks very much for the confirmation. Great experiment!

[@cyndimiller216]

Thank you for this!! Definitely opens up your eyes a bit. Companies really need to be more transparent 💯

[@gyoung1455]

Thanks Steve….always appreciated!

[@esther.f.g]

Your channel is really great Steve, you have very good ideas for your videos and you take the time to test products and make recipes for us, this save us time and money. Muchas gracias

[@smholly6814]

Thanks Steve! I love this science experiment and your summary to help those in a hurry. 😀

[@lindablackerby9819]

Glad I’ve been using Ultima Replenisher for years! The other thing people should look for is how much of the various electrolytes you are getting. I don’t want extra salt (that’s cheap and easy for me to add to food/drink on my own). Some of these other electrolyte drink powders are pretty pricey and actually have little to no magnesium or potassium in stem. They are mostly salt and calcium. Or they use forms of calcium that are not readily absorbed by the body, so they are useless. You can be essentially throwing money down the toilet.

[@SeriousKeto]

It's also very easy to make your own electrolyte mix for a fraction of the cost. 😉

[@pittsburgh-gal]

Yes, I was very sad when Redmond relyte was reformulated to include calcium carbonate...and, insult to injury, has maltodextrin 😢

[@mark93373]

I use Key Nutrients. They are good to go. I'm glad to see Ultima is good as well. Thanks for doing this test.

[@guitars0206]

Thank you for testing all those electrolyte powders.

[@SeriousKeto]

Testing was the fun part. Set-up and clean up, not so much. 😉

[@janetfisher5992]

Great review of so many products Steve. Thanks to your close up camera operator. Good job. Very informative.

[@truthinthefaceoftyranny]

I absolutely love the testing videos. ❤

[@greeneyes2256]

Thanks for all the testing. Now we know which to buy, and MAYBE we can convince truth in labeling.

[@CellasChariot]

@@greeneyes2256 💯

[@bbahr7782]

Thank you Steve, much appreciated! I did test Ultima, and didn’t find any. Good to know!

[@CellasChariot]

Ok now THIS is some real science!! Love that you do this for us!

[@karwood7]

I tested my electrolyte last week. Yep, it had it and I threw it away. Thanks Steve😊

[@dr.evelynsharp2351]

I. Love. This. Brings out the nerd in me. BUT iodine also tests for starch. While starch isn't wanted either, to assume it has maltodextrin seems 1 step too far. Off to buy some iodine. ETA: someone else brings this up. You do say starch then switch. Your added comment of "the labels don't say starch" is what i needed. Thanks!

[@SeriousKeto]

Starch isn't listed on the ingredient list either. Why would starch be in an electrolyte drink powder?

[@mariannebrowne7398]

Thanks, Steve. This was very helpful when choosing an electro like mix.

[@1timbarrett]

So helpful. Thank you!🙏

[@marilynmcmanis4630]

Thanks Steve for sharing this testing. Great information. I have my own iodine so will be checking out some products myself.

[@johnf8609]

Thanks Steve for being the Science Guy! 😀 I drink Force Factor Liquid Labs that you can buy at Walmart and Amazon. It has natural flavors and 2 grams of added sugar. I water it down and I don't see a spike in my blood glucose as T2D wearing a Stelo CGM.

[@VeldaE12]

Thank you Steve. Looks like it’s challenging to completely avoid maltodextrin, but this video helps.

[@SeriousKeto]

I understand why some products have it and I'm not overly concerned about it. But when a company is marketing a product to a target audience that may be diabetic and/or adhering to a carnivore diet, I feel it's important to be completely transparent with your ingredients.

[@VeldaE12]

@@SeriousKeto completely agree

[@maryh7134]

Thank you for this. Labels do need to be transparent or what is the point? LMNT claims they do not have maltodextrin in their unflavored salt. They also say they are working towards eliminating that ingredient. I am one of those sensitive to it, so I really do appreciate your work.

[@SeriousKeto]

If LMNT changes away from maltodextrin, I'll be the first person to give them credit for doing the right thing.

[@ChrisBairKeto]

Currently LMNT is saying they are planning to try switching from corn maltodextrin to tapioca maltodextrin, it will still be maltodextrin if they are successful.

[@emmaleethompson7964]

How do they package the unflavoured? If it’s on the same equipment as their flavoured products there is a possibility for contamination of the unflavoured product.

[@ChrisBairKeto]

@emmaleethompson7964 I can't say exactly how they do it but with SALTT the packaging machines are very thoroughly cleaned after each run and there are several machines going at a time with different flavors on each. The cleaning is thorough enough to make them safe to protect against food allergy cross contamination. I'd venture you are unlikely to have any maltodextrin in the unflavored version.

[@maryh7134]

@@emmaleethompson7964 I had not thought about that. The person who replied to you re SALT explained how it might be done, but next time I go to the store I’m buying iodine. Someone commented they plan to switch from corn to tapioca maltodextrin. I don’t know about that either. The email I received from LMNT only stated they were moving away from maltodextrin. I will keep my iodine handy :-)

[@MrStanfran]

Thanks Steve. Excellent video. Really appreciate it.

[@sleblanc838]

I have been testing everything so I really appreciate you!

[@robinhaupt9119]

Always appreciate your efforts Steve, thank you.

[@jerrybell6786]

Great job Steve from Serious Keto!!

[@kelipollitte910]

Thanks for all your hard work - it really makes a difference to us - I truly appreciate you

[@lizanneheyns1504]

It seems like they don’t list maltodextrin the same way in Australia. Since watching this video, I’ve found the word Tapioca (modified 😡) in some of the keto items. 🤔 very interesting. Now I know what to look out for! Thanks Steve

[@luanneneill2877]

I use Re-lyte by Redmond Life, maker of Redmond Real Salt. I just tried that test with the strawberry lemonade flavor and it definitely has maltodextrin in it. It lists natural flavors so I’m sure that’s where it’s coming from. I like the electrolyte ratio, so I’ll probably continue using it. I might call the company to ask just how much is in it. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@caperusa1925]

🤗 Thank you so much Steve for showing us how to be self aware 🤗

[@southernketo]

Thank you Steve! Great video... The true products are particularly weird...

[@SeriousKeto]

I agree. I'm going to need to do some further experiments, perhaps seeing what happens if I add some additional citric acid to one of the powders that turned purple or increasing the amount of True powder.

[@RosieGrace2023]

So appreciate all of this info! Thanks, Steve!

[@AnnVincentVila-fd4nj]

I was using Rapid Hydration Electrolyte drink mix with zero sugar but I didn’t realize it had 11g sugar alcohol. I don’t drink alcohol daily but after my labs my doctor asked me to stop drinking alcohol before the labs. I went home and realized it must be my electrolyte!

[@SeriousKeto]

Interesting...

[@janicecarey3592]

Sugar alcohols are carbohydrates with characteristics of both sugars and alcohols, but they do not contain ethanol, the alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. They are also known as polyols.

[@theastewart6721]

Hi Steve. Very interesting test. Thanks for doing this. Very informative. 😊

[@leggustafson]

There may be a different result with the other flavors. I tested our tub of Ultima Replenisher mix, raspberry flavor and it turned purple with the iodine. The purple color showed up when you drop the iodine in the powder or when you have it mixed with water.

[@SeriousKeto]

Interesting...

[@NavyWife]

Fantastic video Steve! Thank you for sharing this information with us ❤❤❤

[@TheeRustyCage]

Thanks for the testing. Really interesting

[@jeffbee6090]

GREAT info Steve! much appreciated!

[@Romans12.2]

when I saw this experiment, I was sad because I realized that the true lime and lemon have it in it. So I wont buy again. But it's good to know. I'll just use a real lime or lemon. Thanks for doing this. I love science.

[@bmljenny]

Would be interesting to know if fresh lemon/lime juice would react the same. That would kind of tell whether True was adding anything or whether it's something in the juices themselves. Don't have any iodine at home currently but will try to pick some up to do some mad science....

[@fabonline9389]

I switched to unflavored electrolytes over a year ago and don't miss the "flavored" versions at all. Food dyes are much worse than flavorings so I definitely do not use anything dyed red or yellow. It should be required to list everything in a product no matter how small. Making people aware goes a long way to put pressure on suppliers to do things right. Maybe look into other "Keto" friendly foods out there?

[@stormet54]

Woohoo!!! Liquid IV is my go-to drink mix and I'm pleased with the result.

[@pittsburgh-gal]

As long as you realize it tested positive for maltodextrin, and you're okay with it 🤗

[@stormet54]

@pittsburgh-gal Not enough to concern me. I'm not diabetic, etc.

[@Meldy930]

Thank you Steve. Appreciate what you do

[@cynthiastratton1034]

Boy this took me back to JR high and my science experiment's!! I expect you will get a ribbon

[@SeriousKeto]

Or a least a participation trophy. 😉

[@kimrametes6858]

That's a lot of testing. Thank you.

[@celestesuter1148]

Bummer about the Real Lemon products. I use those with my homemade electrolytes to have more control of ingredients, or so I thought. Guess I’ll just use fresh squeezed juice when I can or no flavoring until I find a safe one. Thanks for doing these tests.

[@SeriousKeto]

One of my viewers tested it at a more concentrated level and his results were a deep purple. I'm disappointed too.

[@karronlaneNOLA]

most excellent. good job steve. thanks.

[@tinabrumbaugh455]

That was very interesting, thanks for sharing! 😊

[@strong60s]

Here's the easiest way to take electrolytes- just take 1 tablet of magnesium (60mg) and one of potassium (200 mg) and an extra 1/8 tsp of salt in meals throughout the day. It's the exact same formula as LMNT at 1/20th the cost.

[@SeriousKeto]

If you make it in bulk, I calculated it at about 3% of the cost. So we're in the same ballpark. 🙂

[@AM-jw1lo]

I think this is why they add maltdextrose, the amount of electrolye is so small it doesn't even fit the package, so they need a huge filler to pour out, why they say 0 calories with maltdextrose is beyond me as it has as many as sugar, i think people (especially diabetics will be very upset over this lie they are shoving on us).

[@shelleyhodgkinson1341]

Always interesting.. thanks for doing the tests

[@AnnVincentVila-fd4nj]

Thanks for this. Fascinating. Could you discuss the problems with “sugar alcohol” on zero sugar foods for diabetics and those with CKD. Thanks for your recipes and work!👩🏻‍🏫😊🥰

[@SeriousKeto]

I don't understand what you mean by that, and if I did, I'm not sure that I'd be qualified to discuss it. What are the problems your referring to?

[@janicecarey3592]

Sugar alcohols are carbohydrates with characteristics of both sugars and alcohols, but they do not contain ethanol, the alcohol found in alcoholic beverages. They are also known as polyols.

[@SHalto142]

Am relieved the keto chow brand label is truthful

[@SeriousKeto]

me too

[@pamlee5716]

I use Lugol's every time I have an LMNT, big time purple. Wondered why, now I know. Thank you!

[@rhondabaker7611]

I love your videos and your passion for transparency. You mentioned in a previous video that you helped formulate the Ketochow electrolytes. I would like to try the KC. However, I won't buy it since they put it in a plastic bottle. Plastic just isn't good for humans or the environment, whether it's listed as BPA-free or not. I wish they would use glass bottles. Thank you for all of your research and videos.

[@SeriousKeto]

I didn't have any involvement with Keto Chow's SaltT electrolytes, which are sold in packets. They have daily electrolytes in bottles, and I believe those were formulated by Dr. Ken Berry. I did create 3 flavors of Keto Chow (pecan sticky bun, baked potato, and cream of mushroom).

[@rhondabaker7611]

@@SeriousKeto Thank you for your prompt reply. I appreciate your passion and all you share.

[@risasklutteredkitchen1293]

Thanks for your testing. We appreciate it.

[@kenbibbee837]

Real science. Refreshing

[@sherrylong7774]

You are a rockstar Steve

[@prbnstn7538]

Greta job! Good to know about these products. Now I know what to do to test the electrolytes that I use (Native Path). Thanks!

[@apuz13]

Thank you for this.

[@cherm6008]

Once again, great video. Have you tested Redmonds?

[@SeriousKeto]

Everything I've tested is in this video. I know that Chris Bair has tested a lot, so maybe he'll chime in.

[@SeriousKeto]

If Redmond's makes Re-Lyte, then I had a viewer tell me that their pink lemonade version turned purple.

[@cherm6008]

@@SeriousKeto oh wow, good to know. Thanks for the follow up.

[@ChrisBairKeto]

Redmond says on their site that flavored Relyte contains maltodextrin

[@Sunshine_craycray]

@@cherm6008 I tested the 3 Redmonds flavors I have- mixed berry, strawberry lemonade and lemon lime. They all indicated maltodextrin, but their website says they use it as a flavor carrier so I wasn’t surprised. I’ll continue to use them. I also tested the euvexia lemon lime made by Dr.Ekberg and it also turned purple…and made me really nauseous so that was a one and done.

[@tonyabowles4854]

Thank you for your efforts..

[@starlightone6948]

Thank you very interesting today.❤️🇨🇦🐕

[@aarontwoptzero]

Not electrolytes, but I tried it with Zevia (ginger root beer), and it did not change color.

[@alanacreates]

very helpful ty!

[@AnnetteStearman]

Thanks, very interesting.

[@Paws-A-Lot]

Thank you!!!

[@geekynana]

This is amazing. Thank you!

[@jlashombjr]

I've been using the liquid squeeze drink mixes like Mio because I thought they were less likely to have things like maltodextrin, but I'm not so sure anymore. I just noticed that the Great Value Arctic Frost Electrolyte Liquid Drink Enhancer I just bought has modified corn starch as an ingredient as I wasn't used to looking for that in the ingredients. I assume the iodine will react in the same way to that. Hearing that the maltodextrin could be included in the ingredients/flavorings that are used in these products as natural flavorings, it makes me want to test others that seemed safe.

[@SeriousKeto]

I have been told that electrolytes or other beverages that are already in liquid form shouldn't have maltodextrin, as the "natural flavors" don't need a "flavor carrier". For example, I've had a view tell me that the LMNT in cans doesn't change color when iodine is added. If you test the Mio, please let me know.

[@janicecarey3592]

@@SeriousKeto The Mio liquids are so dang dark that I do not know if you would be able to tell or not. I often wonder why they have to use so much color in them. A little is nice but these are dark, dark liquids.

[@ahealthierkirk2558]

Hey Steve, Thanks for the informative video! I was wondering if you had tried the Natures Own Keto bread? it comes in slices, and burger/hotdog buns. It tastes better than most other keto breads so I was wondering how the CGM would rank it. Thanks again

[@SeriousKeto]

I’ve done so many bread videos that I don’t remember.

[@KCCAT5]

Thanks for the testing Steve I'm wondering if there's something else out there that might actually show up when you use this test with iodine like magnesium for instance? Or something else

[@SeriousKeto]

Only starches. And the only starch that is used as a "flavor carrier" for natural flavors is maltodextrin.

[@patriciacrawford6435]

I use a few squeezes of Mio per quart of water and Keto Chow's electrolyte drops. Helps me to drink more water and no maltodextrin!

[@karenbelonoha8853]

Thanks Steve, I did my own test on Redmonds Re Lyte and yes it turned purple, I am now using the unflavoured one, although I’m not noticing and difference in how I feel. ❤

[@amydavis7951]

Very interesting! Thank you for sharing this. I’m fine with maltodextrin but it’s great for those who aren’t.

[@BNeault]

Steve, thanks

[@julieburns7973]

Thank you

[@TheHrb1234]

Good to note that iodine will react to starches, so if you get a colour change, it could be another starch, not just that its maltodextrin in the product.

[@SeriousKeto]

I'm not aware of starch being used as a "flavor carrier" for natural flavors. So far as I know, either maltodextrin or acacia gum are the only ingredients used for that. Regardless, if a starch is in the product, shouldn't it be on the ingredients?

[@pittsburgh-gal]

​@@SeriousKetoYup 🙂

[@Time_Traveler_Karen]

Connecticut here 🍂

[@starfire8221]

Thank you. Great info!!

[@ImMonty365]

I use Re-Lyre Hydration…I’m not allergic, pre-diabetic female and would like to cut back or cut out maltodextrin as much as possible. 👍🏽I don’t have “straight” iodine, but have iodine with kelp…daily is dosage 1 drop…I didn’t see any color change with that dosage and type of iodine…but I’m realllly curious and will buy the regular iodine…Thanks a mil for all that you do for the betterment of people’s health 11/25/24-I haven’t brought the regular iodine yet, but did reach out to Redmonds Real Salt and asked about maltodextrin and how much is in their average serving. Reply was that there is a very small amount of maltodextrin in their electrolyte mix, but wouldn’t or couldn’t tell me the amount.🤷🏾‍♀️

[@pittsburgh-gal]

Google Does Redmonds have Maltodextrin in electrolytes

[@ImMonty365]

@ I will, although Google isn’t always accurate and then I’m going straight to the source, since I know people that work at Redmond’s. They have a few flavors and the one I have, didn’t give me any indication that it may contain any form of maltodextrin. Thanks👍🏽

[@icre8mylife]

I just tested Redmonds relyte energy raspberry mango flavor..one drop of iodine and it went straight to purple 😢

[@SeriousKeto]

Oh wow. Thanks for sharing.

[@icre8mylife]

This is strange..I love relyte so much I tested it again...this time there is no purple 🤷🏻‍♀️ I am sticking with it.

[@christaft3506]

You missed Dr eckberg ele mix, I was looking forward to seeing

[@SeriousKeto]

No matter how many brands I test, I'm going to miss some. Fortunately, now people know how to test on their own and share the results.

[@TimeOutForLowCarb]

The product I use by Cal Vitality that has the magnesium powder. I will not stop taking it as it is great for perimenopause, helps with leg cramps, regulate bathroom if constipated a lot, reduce panic attacks & palipation and etc.However I will start using the original flavor vs the flavored one is all. My holistic practioner said it is okay in very small dosage. To muscle test it with your body is key. And with Calm Vitality, you only drink a small portion per day unlike with electrolytze drinks. I will finished out the bottle I have of 'raspberry flavor', and then I will switch out to the original flavor is all. The original flavor that is not sweetened taste like sour lemon. Not as delicious yet that is okay.

[@valwells8686]

Thanks for testing these products. I tested Perfect Keto unflavored keto collagen and it turned very purple. It was an older product with Best Buy date of 12/2023. Once I stirred it the purple color went away so not sure what that means.

[@SeriousKeto]

That's interesting. I don't see why there'd be maltodextrin in an unflavored product (since it's not needed as a "flavor carrier" for natural flavors), so it's possible that there is some other starch in there. Now I'm thinking I need to test my PK collagen when my order comes in.

[@valwells8686]

@ Looking forward to a Perfect Keto update to see if you get the same results. Dr. Berg has my favorite electrolyte powder. It never turns purple plus it has the bonus of trace minerals. Thanks for all you do. Love your channel!