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Multivitamin/mineral supplement, dissolves in water, often high in vitamin C and B vitamins
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Effervescent Vitamin Tablet (4 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.2 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 40 mg of Vitamin C covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 4 g
13
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
3.2g
· 1% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 piece (medium) | 4 g | 13 kcal |
| ½ piece (small) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 2 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 4 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 6 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 piece (large) | 8 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
An effervescent vitamin tablet supplies the vitamins and minerals listed on its label after dissolving in water. It can help fill a dietary gap, but it does not replace a varied diet or treat an illness.
Dissolve the tablet in the amount of water stated on the package, wait until it has fully dissolved, and drink it. Do not chew or swallow it whole; follow the product’s directions for how often to take it.
Yes, if the package recommends daily use, take no more than its stated amount. Using several supplements together can duplicate vitamins or minerals, so compare their contents rather than assuming each product adds something different.
Some effervescent vitamin tablets contain sugar, while others use sweeteners or have neither. A sweet taste does not tell you which is used, so check the ingredient list if you are limiting sugar.
Not necessarily. Dissolving in water does not automatically make an effervescent vitamin tablet more effective; the nutrients and the person taking them matter. Its main advantage may be convenience for people who dislike swallowing pills.
Usually, yes, unless the product directions say otherwise. If an effervescent vitamin tablet causes nausea or stomach discomfort on an empty stomach, try taking it with a meal instead.
Use cool or room-temperature water unless the package specifically allows hot water. Very hot water may affect some vitamins and can alter the drink’s taste, so avoid treating the tablet like a hot drink mix.
Sometimes, but combining products can add up to excessive amounts of the same nutrients, and some ingredients may interact with medication. Ask a doctor or pharmacist if you take regular medication or use multiple supplements.
Keep the tube tightly closed and store it in a cool, dry place, away from moisture. Effervescent tablets can react with humidity and lose quality, so use the package’s storage directions and do not use tablets that have changed noticeably.
Yes, the water used to dissolve an effervescent vitamin tablet contributes to your fluid intake. However, the tablet does not make it a special hydration drink, and it is not a substitute for drinking water when you are thirsty.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
40mg · 44% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.08mg · 3% DV
Iodine
4µg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1.2µg · 2% DV
Sodium
14mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 calories in 1 piece (medium) (4 g):
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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.
An effervescent vitamin tablet is a vitamin and mineral supplement designed to dissolve in water and make a drink. Products in this category often contain vitamin C and B vitamins, though the formula varies by brand.
Let the tablet dissolve in a glass of water, then drink it; it can be a convenient option at breakfast or during the day, including for people who prefer a flavoured drink to swallowing a pill. The nutrition figures list 80 g of carbohydrate per 100 g, while a typical tablet is about 4 g. Follow the product label for directions, and check the ingredients and serving guidance if you have specific dietary needs.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.