Greater Than vs. Body Armor
Body Armor vs. Greater Than: Nutrition Label
While BodyArmor does offer some nutritional benefits, it’s important to take a look at some of their specific ingredients so you can make the best choice for you and your family.
Let’s take a quick look at the nutrition labels of Greater Than and Body Armor:
BodyArmor’s Nutrition Label:
26 grams of added sugar
10% fruit juice
18 grams of carbs
70 calories
40 milligrams of sodium for electrolytes
Additional ingredients such as magnesium oxide, vitamin E, and folic acid.
Corporate Owned
Greater Than’s Nutritional Label:
No added sugar
32% fruit juice
9 grams of carbs
50 calories
No chemicals or additives
140 milligrams of sodium for electrolytes
Family Owned
While BodyArmor seems like a good option at first glance, let’s take a deeper look at some of the nutritional ingredients in BodyArmor and how they hold up compared to Greater Than.
A Deeper Look Into BodyArmor’s Added Sugar Content
It’s important to be aware of BodyArmor’s previous issues with their added sugar element.
In January of 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against BodyArmor. The allegations claimed they “marketed unlawfully fortified junk food as a healthy option for consumers.”
Their labels claim that the BodyArmor sports drinks provide “more natural” hydration than other sports drinks or water through advertisements and paid endorsements.
The complaint states that “BodyArmor is a dressed-up soda masquerading as a health drink. A single 16-ounce serving of BodyArmor has 36 grams of sugar, which is the equivalent of nine teaspoons of sugar.”
This amount of sugar exceeds the added sugar recommendation by the American Heart Association. The AHA suggests a stricter added-sugar limit to no more than 100 calories per day, which is about 24 grams (six teaspoons) of sugar for women.
However, one serving of BodyArmor is equivalent to the 36 grams of sugar (nine teaspoons) recommended for adult men.
So, is BodyArmor good for you? Some athletes may argue otherwise, but the fact remains that their drinks do contain added sugar that exceeds recommended amounts.
You don’t have to worry about this when it comes to Greater Than, which contains none of the added sugar.
Why Greater Than Holds Up Against Body Armor
At Greater Than, we are a favorite among 150,000 moms and their families for a variety of reasons. Since we use a blend of organic coconut water, non-GMO fruit juice, and added sea salt, our drinks can make you much more well-hydrated.
Some of the benefits of boosting hydration include:
We know how important it is to stay hydrated. That’s why we strive to help support breastfeeding moms with low breastmilk supply, suffering from muscle cramps, or dehydration with our all-natural ingredients.
Additionally, we are committed to being all-natural.
Our drinks are non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, organic, paleo, and keto-friendly. We use real, natural ingredients such as coconut water, fruit juice, and sea salt.
So, what sets our electrolyte drinks apart? We are a delicious and healthy alternative for you and the whole family.
What Are Electrolytes?
Electrolytes are essential to everyone, not just athletes. So, what exactly are they? Electrolytes are essential minerals that emit an electrical charge when dissolved in water.
All of your bodily fluids contain electrolytes, and they’re vital for various reasons. Electrolytes help regulate your body’s blood chemistry, muscle action, and other processes.
Sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, chloride, zinc, and phosphorus are all examples of common electrolytes. You can get them from whole foods and drinks!
Why Is Sodium Actually Good for You?
At Greater Than, we take pride in ourselves because our drinks contain 140 mg of sodium for electrolyte balance.
Sodium is the most abundant electrolyte ion your body needs as it has a vital role in helping your cells maintain fluid balance and absorbs nutrients.
According to the CDC, the recommended intake is less than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day.
Finding the balance between how much sodium you actually need is key. Too little sodium can result in hyponatremia and must be addressed, while too much sodium can result in high blood pressure.
Talk with your healthcare provider if you have any questions or concerns about your sodium intake.
All-Day Hydration for Moms and the Family
At Greater Than, we make our high-electrolyte, low sugar drinks to help you achieve the nutrition you need to stay energized and support your family.
After all, staying hydrated is essential to making sure you’re producing enough energy to take care of your little ones. We know how much you’ve got on your plate, so that’s why we wanted to make a drink that would help support your breastmilk supply.
That means keeping moms hydrated with all-natural ingredients such as our coconut water, non-GMO fruit juice, and salt. Staying hydrated is essential when it comes to your breast milk supply.
Greater Than offers a whole assortment of different flavors for you to try, all while making sure you’re not consuming any added sugars or chemicals for you and your baby.
What Do Moms Have To Say About Greater Than?
A lot goes on when you’re a mom. You have to take care of the family, manage your household, and sometimes, even a career. We know how hard it is then to find the time to eat a well-balanced meal or stay hydrated throughout the day.
At Greater Than, we’re here to help you stay on-the-go, and be ready for all of the different challenges of the day.
So, what do the 150,000 moms and families that drink Greater Than have to say? Many moms rave about how the coconut water isn’t overpowering to taste, the flavors are delicious, and many attest to how our drinks can help support their breast milk supply.
Want to see it for yourself? Check out over 6,000 reviews.
Is BodyArmor Good For You?
We value your choice in making decisions when it comes to what’s best suited for you and your family. Here’s a reminder of what Greater Than offers when choosing our drinks:
We are also proud to say we are a family-owned company rather that’s
Greater Than’s Takeaway
At Greater Than, we’re here to help you make the best-informed choices for your family.
We’re here to make sure we can offer you the drink you deserve whether it’s through our Build Your Own Box or Trial 6-Flavor Variety Pack. You deserve a drink that’s made with your health in mind.
Sources:
Fluid and Electrolyte Balance | MedlinePlus
BodyArmor 'Camouflaged Junk Food' as Sports Drink | Class Action