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A translucent, bright-orange sports drink fills a clear glass, with a smooth surface and no visible garnish.

Sports juice Calories

Provides quick carbohydrates and electrolytes

CALORIES · 100 G

24kcal

GI

70high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

12mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 bottle (medium) of Sports juice (500 g) has 120 calories. That works out to 24 calories per 100 g. It contains 30 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 30 mg of Vitamin C covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Sports juice Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 500 g

120

KCAL / 500G

Carbs

30g

· 11% 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%

Sports juice nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (500 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories120 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium225 mg10%
Total carbohydrate30 g11%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0 g0%

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 Sports juice?

ServingAmountCalories
1 bottle (medium)500 g120 kcal
100 g100 g24 kcal
1 cup (medium)240 g58 kcal
1 bottle (small)250 g60 kcal
1 serving (medium)330 g79 kcal
1 can (medium)330 g79 kcal
1 pack (medium)500 g120 kcal
1 bottle (large)750 g180 kcal

Calculated from 24 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sports juice

What is sports juice?

Sports juice is a drink intended to provide fluid, quick carbohydrates and electrolytes around exercise. Bottled sports juice is processed, and the ingredients can vary between products.

When should you drink sports juice?

Sports juice is most useful during prolonged or vigorous exercise, when fluid and carbohydrate losses may matter. For a short, easy workout, water is usually enough.

Is sports juice better than water for exercise?

Not for every workout. Water is generally sufficient for everyday hydration and shorter sessions, while sports juice can be useful during prolonged, intense exercise that involves substantial sweating.

Can you drink sports juice without exercising?

Yes, you can drink sports juice without exercising, but it is not usually needed for ordinary hydration. Water is typically a simpler everyday choice, while sports juice adds carbohydrates.

What is the difference between sports juice and an energy drink?

Sports juice is designed to provide fluid, carbohydrates and electrolytes; energy drinks are commonly formulated with caffeine or other stimulants. They are not interchangeable, especially during exercise.

Can sports juice replace a post-workout meal?

No, sports juice cannot replace a balanced post-workout meal. It can provide quick carbohydrates and fluid, but it does not supply the full range of nutrients a meal provides.

Can you make sports juice at home?

Yes, you can mix water with fruit juice and a small amount of salt for a homemade exercise drink. Its carbohydrate and electrolyte amounts will not be standardized.

Does sports juice help with dehydration?

Sports juice can help replace fluid during exercise, and its electrolytes may be useful after heavy sweating. For severe dehydration or illness, it is not a substitute for medical care.

Is sports juice suitable for children during sports?

For most children doing ordinary sports, water is enough. Sports juice may be considered during prolonged, vigorous activity, but it should not become their routine everyday drink.

Can sports juice upset your stomach during a workout?

Yes, sports juice can cause stomach discomfort for some people, particularly when consumed quickly or during intense exercise. Try small sips during training rather than drinking a large amount at once.

Sports juice Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

30mg · 33% DV

B6

0.1mg · 6% DV

B1

0.05mg · 4% DV

B2

0.05mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Sodium

225mg · 10% DV

Copper

0.05mg · 6% DV

Manganese

0.05mg · 2% DV

Selenium

1µg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

60mg · 2% DV

Sports juice Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

70
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

40
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Sports juice

To burn the 120 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (500 g):

🚶

30min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

16min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Sports juice?

Sports juice is a sweet, juice-style drink intended to provide fluid, readily available carbohydrates and electrolytes around exercise. Depending on the product, it may contain fruit juice or flavouring, so the exact ingredients vary. It is usually served chilled and sipped before, during or after a workout; outside its original sports context, it can also be treated as a refreshing drink, though it is sweeter than water.

Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate, with 6 g per 100 g and no protein or fat in the figures shown. It can be convenient during longer or more strenuous activity. For lighter exercise or everyday hydration, alternate it with water or choose water instead.

How Nutritious Is Sports juice?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 100

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

38/ 100

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 Sports juice Processed?

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.

Does Sports juice Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Sports juice Good For?

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

Sports juice Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.