Check the bottle. Vitaminwater and similar “enhanced” waters contain 26-32 grams of sugar per bottle—only slightly less than Coke. Research by Malik shows liquid sugar is particularly harmful because the body doesn’t register liquid calories like solid food. The vitamins are marketing; the sugar is the payload. A multivitamin and plain water provides better nutrition without 6-8 teaspoons of sugar.
This companion covers the audit, the numbers, the marketing illusion, why it matters, and better alternatives. (5 min read)