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Caffeinated and sugared
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 can (small) of Sugared energy drink (250 g) has 60 calories. That works out to 24 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of B1 covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 can (small) · 250 g
60
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 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 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 45 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 (small) | 250 g | 60 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 can (mini) | 150 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 473 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 can (jumbo) | 500 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 120 kcal |
| 2 can (double) | 500 g | 120 kcal |
Calculated from 24 calories per 100 g.
Yes, caffeine can temporarily increase alertness and make you feel less sleepy. It does not replace sleep, and drinking a sugared energy drink late in the day can make it harder to fall asleep.
It is best not to mix them. Caffeine may make you feel more alert without reducing alcohol’s effects, so it can be harder to judge how impaired you are and easier to drink more than intended.
Its stimulating effects can last for several hours, though the timing varies with the caffeine dose and your sensitivity. Even after you no longer feel a boost, caffeine may still interfere with sleep.
For many healthy adults, having one before exercise is generally tolerated, but it is not necessary for most workouts. Caffeine can cause jitters or a racing heartbeat, and water is usually enough for hydration.
It is better to limit or avoid it during pregnancy because it contains caffeine, and the total amount from all sources matters. Ask your prenatal care professional how much caffeine is appropriate for you.
Yes, its caffeine can cause a fast heartbeat or palpitations, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine or have had other caffeinated drinks. Stop drinking it if this happens; seek urgent care for chest pain or fainting.
It can be followed by a drop in energy for some people, though the experience varies. The sugar may give a short-lived lift, while caffeine can temporarily mask tiredness rather than resolve its cause.
A sugared energy drink still provides fluid, so it does not automatically dehydrate you. However, it is not the best everyday hydration choice; water is a better way to replace fluids.
There is no safe number of cans that applies to everyone because caffeine content varies by product and people respond differently. Count caffeine from coffee, tea, and other sources too, and use the can’s caffeine information.
Yes, but refrigerate it and drink it soon after opening. It will lose its carbonation and taste as it sits, and an open can should not be left at room temperature for a long time.
Vitamins
B1
0.5mg · 42% DV
B3
5mg · 31% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
13mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Sodium
45mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
13mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 60 calories in 1 can (small) (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 Sugared energy drink is a sweetened, caffeinated beverage, often carbonated and flavoured; recipes vary by brand. It is usually served chilled, straight from a can, and is widely sold in shops and convenience stores. People drink it on the go or alongside a quick snack, rather than as a traditional part of a meal.
Most of its energy comes from sugar, so it provides carbohydrates with very little protein or fat. If you enjoy its sweet, fizzy taste, a smaller can is an easy way to have less at once; water is a better choice when you simply want to quench your thirst.
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 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
✓ 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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.