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Powerade Blue Calories
Sports drink, electrolyte, sweetened, blue
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 bottle (medium) of Powerade Blue (500 g) has 95 calories. That works out to 19 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Powerade Blue Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 500 g
95
KCAL / 500G
Carbs
23.5g
· 9% 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%
Powerade Blue nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (500 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 95 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% |
| 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 Bottle of Powerade Blue?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 6 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 700 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 1000 g | 190 kcal |
Calculated from 19 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Powerade Blue
Does Powerade Blue hydrate you better than water?
Not usually. Water is enough for everyday hydration and most short workouts. Powerade Blue can be useful during prolonged, vigorous exercise or heavy sweating because it supplies fluid and electrolytes as you drink.
Is Powerade Blue an energy drink?
No, Powerade Blue is a sports drink, not an energy drink. It is intended to provide fluid and electrolytes during exercise and is not a caffeine-based stimulant drink.
Is Powerade Blue good after a workout?
It can be useful after a long, strenuous workout when you have sweated heavily. After a short or light session, water and a regular meal are generally enough to replace what you lost.
Can you drink Powerade Blue every day?
Yes, but most people do not need a sports drink every day. Powerade Blue is most relevant during prolonged exercise or heavy sweating; for everyday thirst, water is a simpler choice.
Does Powerade Blue have caffeine?
Standard Powerade Blue is generally caffeine-free, unlike many energy drinks. Formulas can vary by country, so check the ingredients on your bottle if you need to avoid caffeine.
What is the difference between Powerade Blue and Gatorade?
Both are sports drinks made for fluid and electrolyte intake during exercise. Their flavors and formulations differ, and the electrolyte amounts can vary by market, so neither brand is automatically the better choice for every workout.
Can Powerade Blue prevent muscle cramps?
No, Powerade Blue is not a guaranteed way to prevent or stop cramps. Heavy sweating can contribute to fluid and electrolyte loss, but cramps have other causes too; drinking it does not ensure they will go away.
Is Powerade Blue okay for kids?
It is not needed as a regular drink for most children; water is usually the better everyday choice. A child doing prolonged, vigorous sports may have different needs, but routine use is worth discussing with their pediatrician.
Does Powerade Blue help with a hangover?
It may provide fluid, but Powerade Blue does not cure a hangover or make alcohol leave your body faster. Sip water as well, and seek medical help for severe symptoms such as repeated vomiting or confusion.
How long can an opened bottle of Powerade Blue sit out?
Do not leave an opened bottle of Powerade Blue at room temperature for a long time. Close it and refrigerate it promptly, drink it soon, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste has changed.
Powerade Blue Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.05µg · 44% DV
B3
4.25mg · 27% DV
B6
0.43mg · 25% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
100mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Powerade Blue Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Powerade Blue
To burn the 95 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (500 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Powerade Blue?
Powerade Blue is a sweetened, blue sports drink containing electrolytes and made for drinking around physical activity. It has a clear, watery consistency and a fruity, sweet taste; serve it chilled, straight from the bottle or over ice.
It is commonly chosen during or after training, runs and team sports, including by people who want a flavoured alternative to plain water while exercising. Its carbohydrate content contributes to its sweetness: each 100 g provides 4.7 g of carbohydrates. For everyday meals or ordinary thirst, water is usually the simpler choice; keep Powerade Blue for exercise or occasions when you specifically want a sweet sports drink.
How Nutritious Is Powerade Blue?
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
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.
Is Powerade Blue 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 Powerade Blue Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Powerade Blue Good For?
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
Powerade Blue Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.