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Instant coffee with added sugar, low calorie but contains added sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Nescafe with 2 sugars (240 g) has 38 calories. That works out to 16 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.2 mg of B3 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
38
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% 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 95% · Protein 5% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 38 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 38 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 56 kcal |
Calculated from 16 calories per 100 g.
Yes, Nescafe with 2 sugars contains caffeine from the instant coffee, not from the sugar. The amount varies with the Nescafe variety and how much coffee is used, so the phrase “2 sugars” does not indicate its caffeine strength.
Make Nescafe with 2 sugars by dissolving instant coffee in hot water and stirring in two sugar portions. The size of a spoonful or sugar cube varies, so add the sugar to taste rather than assuming every serving will be equally sweet.
Nescafe with 2 sugars has two added sugar portions, but that phrase does not specify an exact weight. A café may use sugar cubes, sachets, or spoonfuls of different sizes, so the actual amount varies by preparation.
Yes, Nescafe with 2 sugars can make it harder to fall asleep because it contains caffeine. Sugar does not remove the caffeine’s stimulating effect; if coffee affects your sleep, have this drink earlier in the day.
Nescafe with 2 sugars contains added sugar, which can raise blood glucose. If you have diabetes, account for that sugar in your eating plan and ask your clinician or dietitian whether it fits your individual glucose targets and treatment.
Yes, you can add milk to Nescafe with 2 sugars. Milk softens the coffee’s bitterness, but the drink may taste quite sweet; try adding milk first and adjusting the sugar in future cups to suit your taste.
No, Nescafe with 2 sugars is instant coffee made by dissolving coffee granules in water, while brewed coffee is extracted from ground beans using a brewing method. The added sugar sweetens the Nescafe but does not change how it is made.
No, Nescafe with 2 sugars does not usually cause dehydration when consumed in ordinary amounts. Coffee contributes fluid, although caffeine can increase urination slightly, particularly in people who are not used to it; keep drinking water as usual.
Yes, you can drink Nescafe with 2 sugars on an empty stomach, but caffeine may cause stomach discomfort or jitters for some people. If that happens to you, try having it with breakfast or after eating.
Nescafe with 2 sugars does not automatically cause weight gain, but its added sugar contributes to your overall energy intake. If you drink it often, gradually using less sugar can reduce that contribution while keeping the coffee routine.
Vitamins
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.07mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
173mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 38 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Nescafe with 2 sugars is a cup of instant coffee made by dissolving coffee granules in hot water and sweetening it with two sugars. It is a quick option at home, at work or while travelling, and unlike brewed coffee it leaves no grounds in the cup.
The roasted, slightly bitter coffee flavour is softened by noticeable sweetness. It is commonly enjoyed at breakfast or during a work break, often with a biscuit; adding milk makes the cup creamier. Serving habits vary, but it is an easy everyday alternative when there is no time to brew coffee.
It is low in calories overall, though the sugar contributes added carbohydrates. If you want a less sweet drink, use less sugar or skip it and adjust the strength to your taste.
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
✓ 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.