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Convenient meal-replacement powder drink, typically fortified with protein and micronutrients
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Powdered meal drink (50 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 408 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.9 g of carbs, 8.8 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of B5 covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
204
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
41.9g
· 15% DV
Protein
8.8g
· 18% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% 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 81% · Protein 17% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 1.25 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% |
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 serving (medium) | 50 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 10 g | 41 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 35 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 70 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 cup (thick) | 90 g | 367 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 408 calories per 100 g.
Prepare powdered meal drink using the amount of liquid and powder stated on the package. A shaker bottle or blender usually gives a smoother drink; follow the product directions rather than guessing the serving ratio.
Yes, powdered meal drink is designed to serve as a meal replacement when used as directed. Products differ, so check its intended use, and do not assume it provides everything you need if used as your only food.
No, powdered meal drink is not the same as protein powder. Protein powder mainly adds protein, while a meal drink is formulated to stand in for a meal and may include other nutrients as well.
No, powdered meal drink should not be assumed to be a complete sole source of nutrition. A drink intended to replace one meal may not be designed to replace every meal, so follow its label and include a variety of foods.
It can keep you satisfied for a while when used in place of a meal. How filling it feels varies by product and person; drinking it slowly or pairing it with suitable whole foods may make the meal feel more substantial.
It can be part of a weight-loss plan when it replaces a meal in a structured way, but the powder itself does not cause weight loss. Avoid using it to skip meals indiscriminately, and keep the rest of your eating pattern nourishing.
Yes, powdered meal drink can usually be blended with fruit or other smoothie ingredients. The added ingredients change the drink’s overall composition, so treat the result as a fuller meal rather than as the plain product.
Yes, powdered meal drink can be convenient after exercise if you need a quick meal. It is not automatically better than ordinary food for recovery; choose it based on whether it fits your hunger and your next meal.
Prepared powdered meal drink should not be left at room temperature for an extended period. If you mix it ahead, keep it chilled in a closed container and follow the product’s storage directions; discard it if it has been left out too long.
To prevent lumps, add the powder gradually to the liquid and shake it vigorously in a sealed shaker, or blend it. Mixing powder into liquid instead of pouring liquid over a dense pile of powder can also help.
Vitamins
B5
1.25mg · 25% DV
Biotin
7.5µg · 25% DV
B12
0.6µg · 25% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.4mg · 17% DV
Sodium
175mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
250mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 204 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
Powdered meal drink is a convenience product mixed with water or, where the instructions allow, milk to make a quick meal-style drink. Formulas commonly provide carbohydrates and protein, and some are fortified with vitamins and minerals. It is designed for convenience rather than being a traditional dish, and recipes differ between products.
The flavour and thickness vary, though many mixes make a smooth, mildly sweet drink. People may use one when travelling, at work or when there is little time to prepare a meal. Follow the package directions for the liquid and mixing method; having it with a piece of fruit can make for a more substantial 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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
1.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.