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Sugar-free, low calorie, caffeinated, served cold
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (medium) of Sugar-Free Cold Energy Drink (250 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 7 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of B6 covers 118% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 can (medium) · 250 g
18
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
4.3g
· 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 | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 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 can (medium) | 250 g | 18 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 200 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 500 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 35 kcal |
Calculated from 7 calories per 100 g.
It can cause problems when you have too much, including jitteriness, palpitations, headache, or trouble sleeping. Its caffeine content varies by product, so count it alongside coffee, tea, and other caffeinated drinks.
The amount varies between brands and can sizes, so there is no single figure for every sugar-free cold energy drink. Check the caffeine amount on the specific can rather than assuming it matches another brand.
Yes. Its caffeine can make it harder to fall asleep and may reduce sleep quality, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine. Avoid having it close to bedtime if you notice that effect.
Yes, some people drink it before exercise for the stimulating effect of caffeine. It is not a substitute for water, and skipping it is sensible if caffeine gives you palpitations or stomach discomfort.
It contributes some fluid, but it is not the best choice for routine hydration. Water is a better default, especially during exercise or in hot weather, when you need to replace fluids.
The sweeteners depend on the brand; sugar-free versions may use different non-sugar sweeteners. Read the ingredient list on the can to identify the specific sweetener in the drink you have.
It is best not to mix them. Caffeine does not make you less intoxicated, and feeling more alert can make it harder to judge alcohol’s effects and how much you have had.
It can break a strict calorie-free fast because sugar-free does not necessarily mean calorie-free. Fasting rules differ, so whether it fits depends on the specific fasting method you are following.
Caffeine intake matters during pregnancy, and the amount in this drink varies by brand. Check the can and ask your healthcare professional how it fits your individual caffeine limit.
No. Serving a sugar-free energy drink cold does not remove its caffeine; chilling changes its temperature, not the amount of caffeine in the can.
Vitamins
B6
2mg · 118% DV
B12
1.25µg · 52% DV
B2
0.5mg · 38% DV
B3
5mg · 31% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Sodium
50mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 can (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A sugar-free cold energy drink is a ready-to-drink caffeinated beverage, commonly sold in cans and served chilled. Depending on the formula, it may contain flavourings, non-sugar sweeteners and carbonation; recipes vary between brands. People drink it on its own, often during a busy day or while travelling, rather than as a drink specifically tied to a meal.
It is usually crisp and lightly sweet, with a sharper feel in carbonated versions. With 7 calories per 100 g, it is low in calories, though sugar-free does not necessarily mean carbohydrate-free. Keep water alongside it for everyday hydration, and choose another drink when you would rather avoid caffeine.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.