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Sugar-free, vitamin C fortified drink
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Vitamin C drink sugarfree (250 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 250 mg of Vitamin C covers 278% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Vitamin C drink sugarfree is a vitamin C-fortified beverage made without sugar. Its flavour varies by product, but these drinks are often lightly tart, sometimes with a citrus-style taste, and have a thin, water-like texture. Serve it chilled at breakfast, alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink during the day; it also works well with a light snack.
It is very low in energy, with 2 kcal per 100 g, and contains little carbohydrate. It can suit someone looking for a sugar-free alternative to a sweet drink, though it need not replace water or whole fruit. For a simple pairing, have it with fresh fruit or a light breakfast.
Selected: 100 g
2
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
100mg · 111% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
2mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
It provides vitamin C in a drink, but it is not a treatment or a guaranteed way to prevent illness. Vitamin C supports normal immune function, while the drink’s exact vitamin C content depends on its formulation.
No, drinking one is not a reliable way to prevent a cold. Vitamin C is an essential nutrient, but a fortified drink should not be treated as protection from infections or as a substitute for medical care.
Not necessarily. “Vitamin water” is a broad product category, while a sugar-free vitamin C drink is identified by its vitamin C fortification and lack of sugar; ingredients and added nutrients vary between products.
The amount varies by product, and the nutrition information provided here does not state a vitamin C figure. The drink’s name alone cannot tell you how much vitamin C one serving contains.
No. Vitamin C fortification does not make the drink nutritionally equivalent to whole fruit, which supplies fiber and other nutrients. It can be a beverage option, but it is not a fruit serving.
Yes, it contributes fluid because it is a drink. Water is still a straightforward choice for everyday hydration, and this beverage does not offer a special hydration advantage just because it contains vitamin C.
There is no specific best time for most people. You can have it with a meal or between meals; if it bothers your stomach, try drinking it with food instead.
It can for some people, particularly if the drink is acidic or consumed on an empty stomach. If you notice discomfort, try a smaller serving or have it with food; formulations differ.
That depends on whether the product is sold ready to drink or as a mix. Vitamin C is sensitive to heat, so use cool or warm rather than boiling water if you want to preserve more of it.
Vitamin C can improve absorption of iron from plant foods when consumed with them. The effect of this drink depends on how much vitamin C it contains, which is not specified by its name alone.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.