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Olips (menthol) Calories
Candy, menthol flavor, refreshing
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Olips (menthol) (4 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.9 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Olips (menthol) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 4 g
16
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
3.9g
· 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%
Olips (menthol) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (4 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.9 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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How Many Calories in 1 Olips (menthol)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 6 g | 23 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 38 g | 148 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Olips (menthol)
Is Olips menthol candy a cough drop?
Olips menthol candy is a sweet, not a medicine for coughs. Sucking it may briefly soothe a dry-feeling throat, but it does not treat the cause of a cough or replace a cough medicine when one is needed.
Does Olips menthol candy help a sore throat?
Olips menthol candy may give temporary throat comfort as it dissolves, but it does not treat a sore throat. Its cooling flavor can make the mouth and throat feel fresher without addressing an infection or other underlying cause.
Does Olips menthol candy clear a stuffy nose?
No, Olips menthol candy does not physically clear a blocked nose. Menthol can create a cooling sensation that makes breathing feel fresher, but it does not open or decongest the nasal passages.
Is Olips menthol candy sugar-free?
No, Olips menthol candy is not sugar-free. Its nutrition information lists a high amount of carbohydrate, so it should not be treated as a sugar-free sweet; people limiting sugar should account for it.
Does Olips menthol candy contain menthol or just mint flavor?
Olips menthol candy is sold as a menthol-flavored sweet, but the exact flavoring ingredients can vary by product version. The cooling taste alone does not establish whether a formulation uses menthol, mint flavoring, or both.
Can children have Olips menthol candy?
Olips menthol candy is a hard sweet and can pose a choking hazard to young children. Do not give it to a child who cannot safely suck hard candy, and supervise older children while they eat it.
Should you suck or chew Olips menthol candy?
Olips menthol candy is generally meant to be sucked and allowed to dissolve, rather than chewed. Sucking releases its flavor gradually; avoid having a hard sweet in your mouth while lying down or doing activities where choking could be dangerous.
Can Olips menthol candy damage your teeth?
Frequent Olips menthol candy consumption can contribute to tooth decay because it is a sugary sweet. Letting it dissolve slowly prolongs sugar contact with the teeth, so avoid grazing on it throughout the day and keep up regular brushing.
Can you eat Olips menthol candy every day?
You can eat Olips menthol candy as an occasional sweet, but it is not a daily treatment for throat irritation or coughing. Because it contains substantial carbohydrate, frequent servings can add considerable sugar to your diet.
How should you store Olips menthol candy?
Keep Olips menthol candy in its closed packaging in a cool, dry place. Humidity can make hard candies sticky, while heat and direct sunlight can affect their texture.
Olips (menthol) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.2mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.08mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.04mg · 0% DV
Olips (menthol) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Olips (menthol)
To burn the 16 calories in 1 piece (medium) (4 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 Olips (menthol)?
Olips (menthol) is a packaged hard candy flavoured with menthol. It is meant to be sucked slowly, with a sweet taste and a cool, minty sensation. People often keep a few in a bag or pocket to enjoy after a meal, during a journey or whenever they want a small sweet; it is usually eaten on its own rather than served as part of a meal.
Its nutritional profile is almost entirely carbohydrate: it contains 97 g per 100 g. One piece can be a convenient small treat, but bear in mind that hard candies are easy to keep eating without noticing how many you have had.
How Nutritious Is Olips (menthol)?
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 Olips (menthol) 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 Olips (menthol) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Olips (menthol) Good For?
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
Olips (menthol) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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