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A generic dark-red beverage, typically fruit-based or flavored and sweetened.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Dark red drink (240 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.9 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 19.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
108
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
26.9g
· 10% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 2% · Fat 1%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 14 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 225 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
A dark red drink is a broad description, not one standardized recipe. It is typically fruit-based or fruit-flavored and may be sweetened; this listed product is classified as processed. Its exact ingredients depend on the particular drink.
No, a dark red drink is not necessarily fruit juice. Some versions contain juice, while others use flavoring, water, and sweeteners instead. The color alone cannot tell you how much real fruit the drink contains.
A dark red drink can get its color from pigments in fruit, added coloring, or both. A deep shade does not prove that the drink contains a particular fruit or a high proportion of fruit.
You can make a dark red drink by blending or mixing red fruit with water, then adjusting the flavor to taste. Sweetener is optional. A homemade version may differ substantially from packaged drinks with the same color.
A dark red drink is often sweetened, but not every version has added sugar. Fruit can also contribute natural sugars, and a sweet taste alone does not reveal which source is responsible.
A dark red drink may taste fruity, tart, or sweet, depending on its ingredients and how it is made. Its color cannot identify the flavor: two drinks with the same shade may taste quite different.
Keep a dark red drink sealed in the refrigerator after opening, and follow the storage directions on its package. Discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes. Store homemade versions covered and chilled as well.
Yes, you can dilute a dark red drink if its flavor seems too strong. Add a little water at a time and taste as you go; a ready-to-drink version may become noticeably less flavorful.
People with diabetes should account for the drink’s carbohydrate and sugar content, since sweetened versions can raise blood glucose. A doctor or dietitian can help determine whether a particular drink fits an individual meal plan.
Rinse a dark red drink stain promptly with cold water, then wash the fabric with detergent suitable for its care instructions. Avoid heat until the stain is gone, since hot water or a dryer can set it.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
19.2mg · 21% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Sodium
12mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A dark red drink is a broad description rather than one fixed recipe. It usually refers to a fruit-based or fruit-flavoured beverage, often sweetened, with ingredients and flavour varying by brand or preparation. It is generally served chilled, either on its own or alongside a meal; the texture is usually that of a still drink, though some versions may be fizzy.
Across the places where English is spoken, it may be offered at gatherings, with lunch, or as a cold refreshment. Its nutritional profile is mainly carbohydrate, with very little fibre; the listed amount is 11.2 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. If you prefer a less sweet drink, compare labels and choose a lower-sugar option, or pour a smaller glass and add ice.
Low
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.