Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Sugar-based orange-flavored processed candy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Orange candy stick (12 g) has 47 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.7 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) · 12 g
47
KCAL / 12G
Carbs
11.7g
· 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.16 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.7 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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 18 g | 71 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 24 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 118 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 36 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 50 g | 196 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
An orange candy stick is a sugar-based sweet flavored to taste like orange. Its exact flavorings and any coloring can vary by product, and the orange flavor does not necessarily mean it contains real orange fruit.
Not necessarily. Orange candy sticks are commonly flavored with orange flavoring rather than made from whole oranges or juice. Check the ingredient list if you need to know whether a particular product contains orange-derived ingredients.
A similar hard candy is made by heating sugar with water until it forms a thick syrup, adding orange flavoring, then pouring it into molds to set. Hot sugar can cause severe burns, so this is not a safe task for unsupervised children.
An orange candy stick often gets sticky when it absorbs moisture from humid air or is stored in a damp place. Keep it sealed in a dry container to help preserve its firm texture.
Store an orange candy stick in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and humidity. Avoid leaving it exposed to air, since moisture can make the surface tacky.
Yes, an orange candy stick can lose its best texture and flavor over time, especially after its package is opened. Use the date and storage instructions on the package, and discard it if its appearance or smell seems unusual.
Yes, you can use an orange candy stick as a cake decoration, either whole or broken into pieces. Add it shortly before serving, because moisture from frosting can make the candy sticky or soften it.
Yes, an orange candy stick can dissolve in a hot drink and sweeten it while adding orange flavor. Stir as it melts, and taste the drink before adding any other sweetener.
Frequent exposure to the sugar in an orange candy stick can raise the risk of tooth decay. Sugar-feeding mouth bacteria produce acids that harm tooth enamel, so avoid repeatedly sucking on sweets throughout the day.
People with diabetes should be cautious because the sugar in an orange candy stick can raise blood glucose quickly. Whether it fits an individual meal plan depends on personal needs, so ask your doctor or dietitian for tailored advice.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.16mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 47 calories in 1 piece (small) (12 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
An Orange candy stick is a stick-shaped sweet flavoured with orange, with sugar as its main ingredient. It is eaten on its own as a small treat, rather than as part of a meal, and may be sold individually or among other sweets.
The flavour is distinctly sweet with a fruity orange note; depending on the particular candy, the texture can be firm and slowly dissolving or easier to chew. In many places, people enjoy one with tea or coffee, offer it in a bowl for guests, or keep it for an occasional sweet bite. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely carbohydrate, with 97.8 g per 100 g, and provides virtually no protein or fibre. Keep the portion small, or pair it with fresh fruit for a more varied snack.
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
✓ 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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.