ALIVEA WELLNESS INGREDIENT GUIDE

Ingredients With Purpose

At Alivea Wellness, every ingredient has a purpose.

We thoughtfully combine fruits, botanicals, minerals, functional mushrooms, prebiotic fibers, and other wellness-focused ingredients to create beverages designed around hydration, nourishment, balance, focus, and everyday wellness.

Our goal is simple:

Real ingredients. Thoughtful formulas. Purpose in every sip.

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Acacia Fiber

Purpose: Prebiotic fiber and digestive support.

Why We Use It: Acacia fiber, also known as gum arabic, is a soluble fiber that can be fermented by beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.

Wellness Focus:
Prebiotic support • Digestive wellness • Microbiome support

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=acacia+fiber+gum+arabic+prebiotic

Apple

Purpose: Natural fruit flavor, sweetness, and plant-based nutrition.

Why We Use It: Apple provides natural flavor and naturally occurring nutrients and plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Real fruit • Natural flavor • Plant nutrition

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

Ashwagandha

Purpose: Adaptogenic botanical used in select balance-focused formulations.

Why We Use It: Ashwagandha has a long history of use in Ayurveda and has been studied for stress, relaxation, and sleep-related wellness.

Wellness Focus:
Stress support • Balance • Adaptogenic wellness

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/ashwagandha

Avocado

Purpose: Plant-based nutrition and naturally creamy texture.

Why We Use It: Avocado naturally provides unsaturated fats, vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Plant-based nutrition • Natural fats • Whole-food ingredients

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

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Bacopa

Purpose: Functional botanical used in cognitive wellness formulations.

Why We Use It: Bacopa monnieri is an Ayurvedic botanical that has been studied for memory and cognitive performance.

Wellness Focus:
Cognitive wellness • Memory support • Botanical focus

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Bacopa+monnieri+cognition+systematic+review

Baobab Powder

Purpose: Fruit-based fiber and plant nutrition.

Why We Use It: Baobab fruit powder naturally contains fiber and plant polyphenols and may also provide vitamin C depending on the product.

Wellness Focus:
Fiber • Fruit nutrition • Plant polyphenols

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=baobab+fruit+powder+nutrition

Banana

Purpose: Natural sweetness, body, and fruit nutrition.

Why We Use It: Banana provides natural flavor and naturally occurring potassium and other nutrients.

Wellness Focus:
Fruit nutrition • Natural sweetness • Potassium-containing fruit

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

Basil

Purpose: Herbal flavor and botanical character.

Why We Use It: Basil contains naturally occurring aromatic compounds and plant phytochemicals.

Wellness Focus:
Botanical wellness • Herbal flavor • Plant compounds

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Ocimum+basilicum+phytochemicals

Black Cherry

Purpose: Fruit flavor, natural color, and plant polyphenols.

Why We Use It: Dark cherries naturally contain anthocyanins and other colorful plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Fruit polyphenols • Natural color • Real fruit

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=cherry+anthocyanins+polyphenols

Blackberry

Purpose: Berry flavor, color, and plant-based nutrition.

Why We Use It: Blackberries naturally contain anthocyanins and polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Berry nutrition • Anthocyanins • Plant polyphenols

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=blackberry+anthocyanins+polyphenols

Blueberry

Purpose: Berry flavor, natural color, and plant compounds.

Why We Use It: Blueberries naturally contain anthocyanins, the plant pigments responsible for their deep color.

Wellness Focus:
Berry polyphenols • Natural color • Real fruit

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=blueberry+anthocyanins+polyphenols

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Calamansi

Purpose: Bright citrus flavor and tropical fruit nutrition.

Why We Use It: Calamansi is a Southeast Asian citrus fruit that brings refreshing acidity and naturally occurring citrus compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Citrus refreshment • Tropical fruit • Plant compounds

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=calamansi+Citrus+microcarpa

Chamomile Extract

Purpose: Traditional botanical used in calm-focused beverages.

Why We Use It: Chamomile has a long history of traditional use and is commonly associated with relaxation and winding down.

Wellness Focus:
Calm • Relaxation • Botanical wellness

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/chamomile

Cinnamon

Purpose: Warm flavor and botanical plant compounds.

Why We Use It: Cinnamon provides natural aromatic compounds and polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Botanical wellness • Warm spice • Plant polyphenols

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/cinnamon

Coconut

Purpose: Tropical flavor and plant-based nutrition.

Why We Use It: Coconut contributes natural flavor and nutrients, depending on whether coconut meat, milk, or other coconut ingredients are used.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical nutrition • Natural flavor • Plant-based ingredient

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

Coconut Water

Purpose: Hydration base and naturally occurring electrolytes.

Why We Use It: Coconut water naturally contains minerals such as potassium and works well in hydration-focused formulations.

Wellness Focus:
Hydration • Electrolytes • Potassium-containing ingredient

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=coconut+water+hydration+electrolytes

Collagen

Purpose: Functional protein and amino acid source.

Why We Use It: Collagen provides amino acids used by the body as building blocks for collagen-containing tissues.

Wellness Focus:
Connective-tissue nutrition • Protein building blocks • Functional nutrition

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=collagen+peptides+systematic+review

Cranberry

Purpose: Tart fruit flavor and berry polyphenols.

Why We Use It: Cranberries naturally provide colorful plant compounds and polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Berry polyphenols • Tart fruit • Plant nutrition

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=cranberry+polyphenols

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Dandelion Root

Purpose: Traditional botanical ingredient.

Why We Use It: Dandelion root has a long history of culinary and traditional herbal use.

Wellness Focus:
Traditional botanical • Plant-based wellness

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/dandelion

Dragon Fruit

Purpose: Tropical fruit, natural color, and plant nutrients.

Why We Use It: Certain dragon fruit varieties naturally contain betalain pigments and other plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical fruit • Natural color • Phytonutrients

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=dragon+fruit+betalains

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Ginger / Ginger Juice

Purpose: Botanical flavor and digestive-wellness ingredient.

Why We Use It: Ginger has been extensively researched and is widely known for its traditional use in digestive wellness.

Wellness Focus:
Digestive wellness • Botanical support • Natural flavor

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/ginger

Green Tea

Purpose: Tea polyphenols and botanical flavor.

Why We Use It: Green tea naturally provides catechins and other plant polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Tea polyphenols • Plant antioxidants • Botanical nutrition

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/green-tea

Note: Traditional green tea naturally contains caffeine unless a verified decaffeinated ingredient is used.

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Hibiscus

Purpose: Tart botanical flavor, natural color, and plant polyphenols.

Why We Use It: Hibiscus naturally contains anthocyanins and colorful plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Botanical polyphenols • Natural color • Plant nutrition

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=hibiscus+systematic+review

Honey

Purpose: Natural sweetness and flavor balance.

Why We Use It: Honey provides natural sweetness and distinctive flavor.

Wellness Focus:
Natural sweetener • Flavor balance

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

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Inulin

Purpose: Prebiotic soluble fiber.

Why We Use It: Inulin is a fermentable fiber that can serve as a food source for certain beneficial microorganisms in the digestive system.

Wellness Focus:
Prebiotic fiber • Gut microbiome support • Digestive wellness

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=inulin+prebiotic+human+microbiome

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Jasmine

Purpose: Floral aroma and botanical flavor.

Why We Use It: Jasmine creates a naturally aromatic sensory experience in select beverages.

Wellness Focus:
Floral botanical • Aroma • Sensory experience

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=jasmine+Jasminum+phytochemical

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Lemon

Purpose: Citrus flavor, acidity, and fruit nutrition.

Why We Use It: Lemon provides refreshing citrus flavor and naturally occurring vitamin C and citrus plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Citrus nutrition • Vitamin C-containing fruit • Refreshing flavor

Learn More:
NIH: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-Consumer/

Lemongrass

Purpose: Citrus-herbal aroma and botanical flavor.

Why We Use It: Lemongrass brings bright herbal character and naturally occurring aromatic compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Refreshing botanical • Herbal flavor • Plant compounds

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=lemongrass+Cymbopogon+citratus

Lion's Mane Mushroom

Purpose: Functional mushroom for cognitive-focused formulas.

Why We Use It: Lion's Mane is being studied for its potential role in cognition, memory, and mental performance.

Wellness Focus:
Cognitive wellness • Focus • Functional mushroom

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Hericium+erinaceus+cognition+human+trial

Lotus

Purpose: Traditional Asian botanical ingredient.

Why We Use It: Lotus has a long history of culinary and traditional use and contains naturally occurring plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Traditional botanical • Plant compounds • Asian-inspired wellness

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Nelumbo+nucifera+review

Lychee

Purpose: Tropical fruit flavor and plant nutrition.

Why We Use It: Lychee naturally contains vitamin C and plant polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical fruit • Vitamin C-containing fruit • Plant compounds

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=lychee+polyphenols+nutrition

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Magnesium Glycinate

Purpose: Source of magnesium.

Why We Use It: Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in normal muscle and nerve function, energy production, and hundreds of biochemical processes.

Wellness Focus:
Muscle support • Nerve function • Energy metabolism

Learn More:
NIH: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Magnesium-Consumer/

Mango

Purpose: Tropical fruit flavor and natural plant nutrition.

Why We Use It: Mango naturally provides carotenoids, vitamin C, and plant polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical fruit • Plant compounds • Natural nutrition

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=mango+polyphenols+nutrition

Marshmallow Root

Purpose: Traditional botanical containing mucilage.

Why We Use It: Marshmallow root has a long history of traditional herbal use and naturally contains soothing mucilaginous compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Traditional botanical • Plant mucilage • Botanical wellness

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Althaea+officinalis+marshmallow+root

Mint

Purpose: Refreshing botanical flavor.

Why We Use It: Mint adds cooling aroma and freshness to fruit and botanical blends.

Wellness Focus:
Refreshing botanical • Cooling flavor • Herbal experience

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/peppermint-oil

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Organic Vanilla Extract

Purpose: Natural flavor and formula balance.

Why We Use It: Vanilla creates warmth and smoothness and helps balance fruit, herbal, spice, and botanical flavors.

Wellness Focus:
Natural flavor • Smooth finish • Flavor balance

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=vanilla+vanillin+review

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Pandan

Purpose: Aromatic Southeast Asian botanical.

Why We Use It: Pandan has a distinctive naturally sweet, grassy, vanilla-like aroma commonly used in Southeast Asian foods and beverages.

Wellness Focus:
Asian botanical • Natural aroma • Plant-based flavor

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Pandanus+amaryllifolius+review

Passionfruit

Purpose: Tropical fruit flavor and phytonutrients.

Why We Use It: Passionfruit naturally provides aromatic fruit flavor and plant polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical fruit • Polyphenols • Plant nutrition

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=passion+fruit+polyphenols+nutrition

Pear

Purpose: Mild fruit base and natural sweetness.

Why We Use It: Pear provides smooth natural fruit flavor and helps balance stronger botanical ingredients.

Wellness Focus:
Real fruit • Natural sweetness • Flavor balance

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

Pineapple

Purpose: Tropical fruit flavor and fruit nutrition.

Why We Use It: Pineapple provides bright tropical flavor and naturally occurring vitamin C.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical fruit • Vitamin C-containing fruit • Natural flavor

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

Pink Himalayan Salt

Purpose: Sodium source, electrolyte contribution, and flavor balance.

Why We Use It: Sodium is an essential electrolyte and a small amount of salt can help balance fruit and botanical flavors.

Wellness Focus:
Electrolyte mineral • Flavor balance

Learn More:
MedlinePlus: https://medlineplus.gov/sodium.html

Prebiotic Fiber

Purpose: Supports beneficial microorganisms.

Why We Use It: Select Alivea formulas may contain prebiotic fibers such as inulin and acacia fiber.

Wellness Focus:
Gut microbiome • Digestive wellness • Prebiotic support

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=prebiotics+gut+microbiome+systematic+review

Probiotics

Purpose: Live beneficial microorganisms.

Why We Use It: Certain probiotic strains may support a healthy gut microbiome when provided in appropriate amounts and maintained through shelf life.

Wellness Focus:
Microbiome support • Digestive wellness

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/probiotics-usefulness-and-safety

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Raspberry

Purpose: Berry fruit flavor and natural plant compounds.

Why We Use It: Raspberries naturally contain colorful plant compounds and polyphenols.

Wellness Focus:
Berry nutrition • Plant polyphenols • Real fruit

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=raspberry+polyphenols+nutrition

Rhubarb

Purpose: Tart plant-based ingredient.

Why We Use It: Rhubarb provides distinctive tart flavor and naturally occurring plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Plant-based ingredient • Tart flavor • Botanical character

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=rhubarb+phytochemicals+review

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Spirulina

Purpose: Nutrient-rich functional ingredient.

Why We Use It: Spirulina naturally contains protein, pigments including phycocyanin, and antioxidant-related compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Plant-powered nutrition • Phycocyanin • Antioxidant compounds

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=spirulina+systematic+review+human

Strawberry

Purpose: Berry fruit flavor and fruit nutrition.

Why We Use It: Strawberries naturally contain vitamin C and colorful plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Real fruit • Vitamin C-containing fruit • Berry phytonutrients

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

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Tamarind

Purpose: Tart tropical fruit flavor.

Why We Use It: Tamarind provides natural acidity and contains naturally occurring phenolic plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Tropical fruit • Plant polyphenols • Natural tartness

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Tamarindus+indica+review

Thai Basil

Purpose: Fresh Southeast Asian herbal flavor.

Why We Use It: Thai basil provides distinctive aromatic compounds and fresh herbal character.

Wellness Focus:
Herbal botanical • Asian-inspired flavor • Plant compounds

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Thai+basil+Ocimum+basilicum

Trace Minerals

Purpose: Mineral and electrolyte support.

Why We Use It: Trace minerals can provide small amounts of essential minerals depending on the exact mineral blend used.

Wellness Focus:
Mineral support • Hydration • Functional nutrition

Learn More:
NIH Office of Dietary Supplements: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/list-all/

Turmeric Extract

Purpose: Botanical source of curcuminoids.

Why We Use It: Turmeric naturally contains curcuminoids, including curcumin, compounds that have been extensively studied.

Wellness Focus:
Botanical wellness • Curcuminoids • Plant compounds

Learn More:
NCCIH: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/turmeric

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Watermelon

Purpose: Refreshing fruit flavor and hydration-focused formulation.

Why We Use It: Watermelon naturally contains a high amount of water and plant nutrients.

Wellness Focus:
Refreshing fruit • Hydration-focused ingredient • Real fruit

Learn More:
USDA FoodData Central: https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/

Watermelon Extract

Purpose: Concentrated watermelon flavor or fruit ingredient.

Why We Use It: Watermelon-derived extracts can provide concentrated flavor and naturally occurring fruit compounds depending on the extract used.

Wellness Focus:
Fruit-derived ingredient • Natural flavor

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=watermelon+citrulline+nutrition

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Yuzu

Purpose: Aromatic citrus flavor.

Why We Use It: Yuzu provides a distinctive bright citrus aroma and naturally occurring citrus plant compounds.

Wellness Focus:
Citrus refreshment • Plant compounds • Asian-inspired fruit

Learn More:
PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=yuzu+Citrus+junos+review

OUR WELLNESS PHILOSOPHY

Alivea isn't about adding ingredients simply because they're trendy.

We select ingredients for a reason.

Hydration ingredients help create refreshing formulas built around fluids and minerals.

Prebiotic ingredients such as inulin and acacia fiber provide fermentable fiber that can support the gut microbiome.

Functional mushrooms and botanicals such as Lion's Mane, Bacopa, Ashwagandha, Chamomile, Ginger, and Turmeric bring together traditional wellness practices and emerging nutritional research.

Real fruits provide natural flavor, color, vitamins, minerals, and naturally occurring plant compounds.

Minerals such as magnesium, sodium, and trace minerals play important roles in normal body function.

DRINK WITH PURPOSE.

Alivea Wellness

Real Ingredients. Thoughtful Formulas. Purpose in Every Sip.

Important Wellness Information

Information on this page is provided for general educational purposes and describes ingredients used in select Alivea Wellness formulations.

Ingredient research does not necessarily demonstrate that every finished Alivea beverage produces the same effects observed in individual ingredient studies.

Alivea beverages are foods and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Individual formulas, ingredients, and amounts may vary by product.