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Packaged pomegranate juice
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Packaged pomegranate juice (240 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 24 mg of Vitamin C covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 53 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
144
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 97% · Protein 1% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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 | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 200 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 1000 g | 600 kcal |
Calculated from 60 calories per 100 g.
Yes, packaged pomegranate juice contains plant compounds naturally found in pomegranates, including polyphenols. It is not equivalent to eating the whole fruit, and some products have added sugar. Choose a product made entirely from pomegranate juice if you want to avoid added sweeteners.
It may modestly lower blood pressure in some people, but packaged pomegranate juice is not a treatment for hypertension. Research findings do not apply equally to every product or person, and the juice should never replace prescribed blood-pressure medication.
Read the product name, ingredient list, and stated fruit content: a juice drink may contain water, sweeteners, or other fruit juices, while a product labeled 100% juice should contain only juice. Rules for terms such as “juice” and “nectar” vary by country.
Some packaged pomegranate juices have added sugar and some do not. Look for sugar, syrup, or another sweetener in the ingredients; “no added sugar” still allows the naturally occurring sugars from pomegranates.
A possible interaction has been reported with some medicines, but the evidence is limited and varies by drug. If you take prescription medication regularly, ask your pharmacist or doctor about your specific medicine rather than stopping treatment or avoiding all fruit juices.
Refrigerate packaged pomegranate juice promptly after opening and keep the cap tightly closed. The safe storage period varies by product, so follow the package directions; discard it if you notice an unusual fermented smell, fizzing, or mold.
Yes, packaged pomegranate juice can be frozen, but leave space in the container because the liquid expands. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then shake it if the juice separates or forms sediment and use it soon after thawing.
Many packaged pomegranate juices are pasteurized or otherwise heat-treated to reduce harmful microbes and extend shelf life, but this is not guaranteed for every product. Check the package for its treatment and storage instructions; refrigerate it before opening if the label says to.
Yes, many people can include packaged pomegranate juice regularly, but a large glass is easy to drink quickly and does not provide the fiber of whole pomegranate arils. Choose unsweetened juice and use a modest serving rather than treating it as a substitute for water or fruit.
Pomegranate juice can taste tart or astringent because compounds from the fruit, including tannins, create a drying sensation in the mouth. A strongly fermented or otherwise unusual taste is different; do not drink the juice if it smells or tastes spoiled.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
24mg · 27% DV
Vitamin E
0.96mg · 6% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Folate
19.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
514mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 144 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Packaged pomegranate juice is a ready-to-drink beverage made from pressed pomegranate. Its deep colour and sweet-tart flavour can vary with the fruit and the way the juice is prepared.
It is commonly served chilled, on its own or alongside a meal; pomegranate juice is also enjoyed as a refreshing drink in many of the places where English is spoken. Unlike whole pomegranate, the juice contains very little fibre, and its nutritional profile is mainly shaped by carbohydrates: it provides 14 g per 100 g. If you find the flavour too intense or want a lighter drink, dilute it with water and serve cold. It also pairs well with a simple savoury snack.
Medium
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.