Trace Minerals 40,000 Volts Review: The Cleanest Electrolyte

The Cleanest Electrolyte We've Tested

Trace Minerals Research has been harvesting minerals from Utah's Great Salt Lake since 1972. Their 40,000 Volts Electrolyte Concentrate is a liquid mineral concentrate with exactly four ingredients — and one of the most impressive mineral profiles in the supplement industry.

We used 40,000 Volts daily for 6 weeks, testing it during training, fasting, and everyday hydration. The results challenged our assumptions about what an electrolyte supplement needs to be.

What's Inside (All of It)

The full ingredient list:

• ConcenTrace Trace Mineral Complex (from the Great Salt Lake)
• Purified water
• Potassium chloride
• Non-GMO citric acid

That's it. Four ingredients. No flavors — natural or otherwise. No sweeteners. No emulsifiers, no solvents, no preservatives, no silicon dioxide. When your ingredient list is this short, there's nothing to hide.

ConcenTrace is made by solar-evaporating Great Salt Lake water and removing most of the sodium chloride, concentrating the remaining minerals. The result is a dense liquid containing 72+ ionic trace minerals in naturally occurring ratios — including magnesium, lithium, boron, zinc, selenium, chromium, and manganese.

Electrolyte Profile

Per serving (1 teaspoon):

• Sodium: 105 mg — low by design (this is a mineral concentrate, not a salt bomb)
• Potassium: 150 mg — moderate
• Magnesium: 190 mg — the highest of any product we tested, and in ionic form for superior absorption
• Chloride: 600 mg
• Sulfate: 20 mg
• Boron: 950 mcg
• Plus 60+ additional trace minerals in naturally occurring ionic form

The sodium is intentionally low because 40,000 Volts is designed to add mineral complexity to your existing hydration — not to replace sodium entirely. If you need higher sodium (athletes, keto dieters), pair it with mineral-rich salt or a sodium-forward product.

The Magnesium Advantage

At 190mg per serving, 40,000 Volts provides more magnesium than any other electrolyte product in our comparison — and it's in ionic form, which research suggests is more bioavailable than the oxide, citrate, or carbonate forms found in most supplements. Given that an estimated 50% of Americans are magnesium-deficient, this alone makes 40,000 Volts worth considering.

Taste & Usability

Let's be honest: straight in water, 40,000 Volts tastes like concentrated minerals. It's not unpleasant — more 'mineral water' than 'bad medicine' — but it's definitely not a flavored drink mix. The mineral taste is noticeable in plain water.

Our preferred methods:

• In sparkling water with a squeeze of fresh lemon — the citrus masks the mineral taste and the carbonation helps
• In a morning smoothie — completely undetectable
• In juice (especially citrus) — the acidity balances the mineral flavor
• In coffee — adds body without affecting coffee flavor noticeably

The 1-teaspoon serving size is convenient. A single 8 oz bottle lasts 48 servings — roughly 7 weeks of daily use. No single-serve packet waste.

Value

At approximately $0.30 per serving, 40,000 Volts is the cheapest electrolyte product we tested — by a wide margin. Most flavored stick packs cost $1.00-$1.70 per serving. You're paying 5x less for a product with a more comprehensive mineral profile and zero undisclosed ingredients.

This is the clearest case we've found where the healthiest option is also the most affordable. The price gap exists because you're not paying for: lab-produced flavoring, single-serve packaging, sweetener systems, influencer marketing, or subscription upsells.

Who This Is For

• Anyone who wants the cleanest possible electrolyte supplement — zero additives, four ingredients
• People focused on magnesium (highest dose in the category at 190mg ionic form)
• Budget-conscious buyers — $0.30/serving is unbeatable
• Those who want full-spectrum trace minerals beyond just Na/K/Mg
• People comfortable adding a concentrate to their own beverages

Who Should Look Elsewhere

• People who want a grab-and-go flavored drink (this requires mixing into another beverage)
• High-sodium seekers — at 105mg, you'll need a separate sodium source for heavy sweating
• Those who strongly dislike mineral taste and won't mix it into flavored drinks