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Sugar-based menthol lozenge
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Halls lozenge (4 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 3.5 g
14
KCAL / 3.5G
Carbs
3.4g
· 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 | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.23 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 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 (small) | 3.5 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 7 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10.5 g | 41 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 14 g | 55 kcal |
| 6 piece (extra large) | 21 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Yes, the menthol in many Halls lozenges can create a cooling sensation that temporarily soothes throat discomfort. They do not treat the cause of a sore throat, and formulas vary by product and country.
No, Halls lozenges do not stop the underlying cause of a cough. Menthol may briefly soothe a tickly throat, but a persistent or worsening cough needs more than a lozenge.
Halls lozenges are generally meant to dissolve slowly in your mouth, rather than be chewed or swallowed whole. Follow the directions on your particular pack, since product instructions can differ.
Some Halls lozenges are sugar-free, but not all varieties are. Check the specific package for its ingredients and nutrition information, since the range and recipe differ between markets.
There is no single daily limit that applies to every Halls variety and market. Follow the directions on your pack; having sugary lozenges frequently can add substantially to your sugar intake.
Menthol in many Halls lozenges stimulates cold-sensing receptors, creating a cooling sensation without actually lowering the temperature of your throat. That feeling does not mean the cause of irritation has been treated.
Only give a Halls lozenge to a child who is old enough to suck it safely; a hard lozenge can be a choking hazard for young children. Check the age guidance and warnings on the exact product.
Sugary Halls lozenges can contribute to tooth decay when sucked often, because sugar stays in contact with teeth. Sugar-free varieties avoid that sugar exposure, but check the pack to confirm which kind you have.
Yes, you can have a Halls lozenge before bed if you follow the pack directions and are awake while it dissolves. Do not fall asleep with a hard lozenge in your mouth, because it could pose a choking risk.
Sugary Halls lozenges can affect blood glucose, and sugar-free recipes vary too. Check the specific product’s ingredients and nutrition information; if you use lozenges regularly, ask your diabetes care team how to fit them into your plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1.23mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.18mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.18mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 14 calories in 1 piece (small) (3.5 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.
Halls lozenge is a small, hard, sugar-based sweet flavoured with menthol. It is usually unwrapped one piece at a time and allowed to dissolve slowly in the mouth rather than chewed. Its cooling, minty taste and smooth texture make it a familiar choice when you want a burst of freshness.
People enjoy it during the day, while travelling, or alongside a hot drink; in many places, it is also kept handy for a dry or tickly-feeling throat. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely carbohydrate, with no protein or fat. One small piece is a convenient portion, but if you are watching your sugar intake, remember to count it as a sweet rather than as a sugar-free mint.
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.
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 4
Ultra-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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not 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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.