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Lemon stick Calories
Lemon-flavored candy stick
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Lemon stick (12 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.6 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.
Lemon stick Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 12 g
47
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
11.6g
· 4% 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%
Lemon stick nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (12 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.6 g | 4% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Small Lemon stick?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 24 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 36 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon stick
What is a lemon stick?
A lemon stick is a stick-shaped sweet with lemon flavour. It is usually sucked or eaten on its own, and its texture and level of tartness can vary between recipes and brands.
Does a lemon stick contain real lemon?
Not necessarily. Lemon flavour in a lemon stick may come from flavourings, citric acid, lemon juice, or a combination of these. Check the ingredients list if you want to know whether a particular one contains actual lemon.
How is a lemon stick made?
A lemon stick is typically made by cooking a sugar-based syrup until it reaches a hard-candy consistency, then adding lemon flavouring and shaping it into sticks. Recipes and manufacturing methods vary, so not every product uses the same ingredients.
Why does a lemon stick taste both sweet and sour?
A lemon stick gets its sweetness from sugar or syrup and its tang from lemon flavour and sometimes food acids such as citric acid. The balance varies by recipe, which is why some sticks taste noticeably sharper than others.
Can you use a lemon stick to sweeten tea?
Yes, you can dissolve a lemon stick in hot tea to add sweetness and lemon flavour. It may take time to melt, and it can make the drink much sweeter than you intended, so taste the tea as it dissolves.
How should you store a lemon stick so it does not get sticky?
Keep a lemon stick in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Humidity and heat can make the sugary surface sticky or soften the candy; avoid leaving it exposed to air or storing it in a damp place.
Can eating a lemon stick cause cavities?
Yes, frequent lemon stick consumption can contribute to tooth decay. Mouth bacteria turn sugar into acid, and slowly sucking candy keeps teeth exposed to sugar for longer than eating it quickly with a meal.
Is a lemon stick safe for toddlers?
A lemon stick may be a choking hazard for toddlers because it is a hard candy. Do not give one to a young child who may choke on it; older children should eat candy while seated and supervised.
Does a lemon stick raise blood sugar?
Yes, a lemon stick can raise blood sugar because it is a sugary sweet that is easy to eat quickly. If you have diabetes, consider it in the context of your own eating plan and glucose targets.
Is a lemon stick a good choice for weight loss?
A lemon stick is usually not very filling, so it may be less satisfying than a snack with protein or fibre. It is also an ultra-processed sweet, making it better suited to an occasional treat than a filling everyday snack.
Lemon stick Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.06mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.6mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.2mg · 0% DV
Lemon stick Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lemon stick
To burn the 47 calories in 1 piece (small) (12 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Lemon stick?
A lemon stick is a stick-shaped sweet with lemon flavour, made to be enjoyed as a candy rather than as a piece of fruit. Its bright citrus taste gives the sweetness a tangy edge, while the firm texture is meant to be sucked or slowly savoured.
It can be enjoyed on its own as an occasional treat, or offered alongside tea or coffee; serving customs vary, and it is not tied to a particular meal. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely carbohydrate, with 97 g per 100 g, and contributes very little protein or fat. Its concentrated sweetness makes a small piece a sensible way to enjoy it, especially if you want something sweet without making it part of a meal.
How Nutritious Is Lemon stick?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Lemon stick Processed?
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.
Does Lemon stick Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Lemon stick Good For?
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
Lemon stick Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.