Our Verdict
PaleoValley Essential Electrolytes has one of the best whole-food-sourced electrolyte profiles we have seen, with strong magnesium (160mg) and calcium (80mg) amounts from seaweed extract plus 60+ trace minerals. However, the Mamavation PFAS testing (55 ppm fluorine) is a significant concern that undermines the brand's clean positioning. At $1.67/serving, it is also among the most expensive options in the category.
Evident Ratings
PaleoValley PaleoValley Essential Electrolytes
Scored across 5 dimensions on a 5-point scale
About PaleoValley
Founded in 2013 by Autumn and Chas Smith in Erie, CO. An Inc. 5000 honoree (2022) focused on paleo-friendly, whole-food supplements. The brand has a loyal health-conscious customer base but faces scrutiny over the PFAS testing results.
Product specifications
- Form
- powder
- Serving Size
- 1 scoop
- Sugar
- 0g
- Made In
- USA
How we scored this
Every data point below is tagged as Verified (independently confirmed) or Claimed (brand-stated).
Material Safety
- No Artificial Sweeteners
- YesVerified
- No Artificial Flavors
- Yes — Uses organic fruit flavors and juice powdersVerified
- No Artificial Colors
- YesVerified
- No Natural Flavors
- No — Contains naturally sourced flavor compoundsVerified
- No Fillers
- Yes — No synthetic vitamins/minerals, fillers, or flow agents claimedClaimed
- Transparent Label
- Yes — All electrolyte amounts listed; sources identifiedVerified
- No Proprietary Blends
- YesVerified
- Clean Mineral Sources
- Yes — Whole-food sourced minerals from sea salt, coconut water, seaweed extractVerified
- Sweetener
- Organic monk fruit extractVerified
- Full Ingredients
- Organic coconut water powder, unrefined sea salt, seaweed extract, organic monk fruit extract, organic fruit flavors, organic fruit juice powders (varies by flavor)Verified
Testing & Trust
- Third-Party Tested
- Yes — Claims third-party testing; microplastics verified absentClaimed
- COA Available
- Unknown
- Heavy Metals Tested
- Unknown
- Certifications
- non gmo, vegan, gluten free, keto friendly, paleo friendlyVerified
Value & Policy
- Price Per Serving
- $1.67Verified
- Package Price
- $49.99 (30 servings)Verified
- Return Policy
- 60-day money back guaranteeClaimed
- Subscription Discount
- 20%Claimed
Product Features
- Sodium
- 400mgVerified
- Potassium
- 280mgVerified
- Magnesium
- 160mgVerified
- Calcium
- 80mgVerified
- Sodium Source
- Unrefined ancient sea saltVerified
- Magnesium Source
- Seaweed extractVerified
- Amazon Rating
- 4.4 stars (undefined reviews)Verified
- Red Flags
- PFAS FLAG: Mamavation testing detected 55 ppm total fluorine (indicator of PFAS) in the Watermelon flavor — retested at 47 ppm. PaleoValley attributes this to naturally occurring fluoride in whole food ingredients, not synthetic additives. Regardless, this is a documented contamination concern.; Premium pricing ($1.67/serving)Verified
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