The reviewed dispensing-quart labels list 6 grams of total sugars in one fluid ounce of Comprehensive Core and 2 grams in one fluid ounce of pH Balancer. They also declare different total carbohydrate amounts. Use the panel on the exact bottle you are considering, because format and formulation matter.
How do the two liquid labels compare?
| Per reviewed 1 fl oz serving | Comprehensive Core | pH Balancer |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 | 50 |
| Total carbohydrate | 11 g | 9 g |
| Dietary fiber | 4 g | 4 g |
| Total sugars | 6 g | 2 g |
These figures are transcribed from the manufacturer’s posted dispensing-quart label images. They apply to the stated full serving, not to one teaspoon or an unmeasured mouthful. They should not be transferred automatically to another bottle version or the capsules. [P2][P4]
Are total sugars and total carbohydrate the same thing?
They are different lines on the panel. If you track carbohydrates, copy the total-carbohydrate declaration as well as sugars. The difference between the two numbers is not, by itself, a complete explanation of the remaining ingredients.
The reviewed panels identify total sugars. They do not provide a separately quantified added-sugars figure. A juice-concentrate ingredient list does not let us calculate an added-sugar amount or relabel the product as sugar-free.
What do the other ingredients add to the picture?
The liquid ingredient lists include water, juice concentrates, vegetable glycerin, flavors, acids and preservatives; the exact wording differs. Stevia leaf also appears. The presence of stevia does not override the total-sugars declaration. Read the ingredient list and the nutrient panel together. [P2][P4]
Does diluting the serving change the sugar amount?
If you mix one full serving into water and drink the entire mixture, the amount from that serving remains the same. Adding water changes the concentration in your glass, not the total sugar contributed by the measured supplement. A different serving would be a different quantity and should follow an appropriate plan.
Questions about sugars and carbohydrates
Is lower sugar the only reason to choose pH Balancer? Compare the complete formulas as well. They differ in vitamins, minerals and botanical ingredients.
Can this table predict my blood-glucose response? No. It is a label comparison. If you count carbohydrates, record the full serving’s total carbohydrate in your daily plan; the sugar line alone is incomplete.
Where can I compare the rest? Use our formula comparison. Keep the sugar question as one part of choosing a product you understand and can use consistently.
Review the dispensing-quart format compared in this article. See the Core dispensing-quart guide or pH Balancer dispensing-quart guide for full labels, bottle servings and purchase details. For a broader comparison, read Core vs. pH Balancer.
Sources
- Mother Earth Labs: Comprehensive Core dispensing quart [P2]
- Mother Earth Labs: pH Balancer dispensing quart [P4]
Label examples and sources reviewed November 2, 2026. Editorial review completed November 3, 2026.