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Popular candy, high sugar, low nutrients
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Roshen candy (6 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 6 g
23
KCAL / 6G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% 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 | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 6 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 250 g | 975 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Roshen is a Ukrainian confectionery brand. The company sells products in multiple markets, so the manufacturing location and packaging can vary by product and country.
Ingredients vary across Roshen candy varieties. Depending on the product, it may contain sugar, cocoa or chocolate, milk ingredients, and a filling; a hard candy and a chocolate-filled sweet will not have the same recipe.
There is no single halal answer for every Roshen candy: recipes and certifications can differ by product and market. If halal certification matters to you, look for a recognized certification on the specific package.
Roshen candy can raise blood sugar because it is high in sugar. People with diabetes should account for it in their individual meal plan; anyone adjusting food around medication should ask their clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
Some Roshen candy does contain chocolate or a cocoa-based coating, but not every variety does. The brand also sells sweets with caramel, fruit flavors, or other fillings, so the product name matters.
Keep Roshen candy sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Warm conditions can melt or bloom chocolate coatings, while moisture can change a sweet’s texture and surface.
A white film on chocolate-coated Roshen candy is often chocolate bloom, caused by changes in temperature or moisture that bring cocoa butter or sugar to the surface. It may affect texture and appearance, but does not automatically mean the candy has spoiled.
Roshen candy provides quick-digesting sugar, but it is not a balanced source of workout fuel. For longer or demanding exercise, a snack that also provides sustained energy may be more useful; candy is better treated as an occasional quick-energy option.
Children can have Roshen candy occasionally, but frequent sweets can contribute to excess sugar intake and tooth decay. Hard candy can also be a choking hazard for young children, so choose the type and portion with their age in mind.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.06mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.3mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.12mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.18mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 23 calories in 1 piece (medium) (6 g):
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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.
Roshen candy is a packaged sweet from Roshen, a confectionery company founded in Ukraine. The name covers many varieties rather than one fixed recipe: depending on the product, a piece may be hard, chewy or filled, so the flavour and texture differ across the range.
In Ukraine, these sweets are often shared with guests, served with tea or enjoyed as a small treat after a meal; elsewhere, they fit easily into the same occasions. They are very sweet and provide little beyond carbohydrates: 100 g contains 97 g of carbohydrates. If you want just a little sweetness, have one piece with tea or coffee and check the wrapper to see which variety you have.
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
— 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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.