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High sugar, low nutrient value
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Sugary Treat (10 g) has 39 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 90 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 10 g
39
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% 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 | 39 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| 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 (small) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 234 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Sugary treats are best enjoyed occasionally rather than as everyday snacks. They provide little nutritional value, and frequent sweet snacking can displace more nourishing foods and increase the risk of tooth decay.
No, eating a sugary treat by itself does not cause diabetes. However, frequent high-sugar eating can contribute to weight gain, which is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes; people managing diabetes may need individualized advice.
A sugary treat can cause a quick rise in blood glucose, followed by a drop that some people experience as tiredness or hunger. Pairing it with a source of protein or fiber may make the energy effect less abrupt.
They can. The sweet taste and quick reward may prompt some people to want another sugary treat, although cravings vary. Eating a filling meal or snack with protein and fiber can help reduce the urge to keep grazing.
A sugary treat can provide quick carbohydrate before exercise, but it is not a balanced snack and may not suit everyone. For a longer-lasting option, combine fruit or toast with a source of protein, and allow time to digest.
A sugary treat does not cause noticeable inflammation from one serving. Regularly eating a lot of added sugar, especially in place of nutrient-rich foods, can contribute to health problems associated with chronic inflammation.
You can include a sugary treat in an otherwise varied eating pattern, but having one every day can make it harder to limit added sugar. Keep the portion modest and avoid letting it replace fruit, whole grains, or other filling foods.
To reduce the urge for a sugary treat after dinner, make the meal filling with protein, vegetables, and a high-fiber carbohydrate. If you still want something sweet, choose a planned small portion rather than eating straight from a large package.
They may leave you hungry sooner because sugary treats tend to offer little fiber or protein, two nutrients that support fullness. Pairing a small treat with nuts, plain yogurt, or another protein-rich food can make the snack more satisfying.
No, a sugary treat is not nutritionally equivalent to fruit. Whole fruit provides fiber and a range of nutrients that a sugar-heavy treat generally lacks, so choose fruit more often when you want a snack that also nourishes you.
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
0.05mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.1mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.1mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 39 calories in 1 piece (small) (10 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.
Sugary Treat is a broad label for small confections and sweet bites in which sugar is the main feature, rather than one recipe or a particular regional speciality. Its ingredients and texture vary: it may be soft, chewy or hard, depending on the treat.
It is commonly enjoyed as a snack or dessert, often alongside tea or coffee; the specific sweets people choose differ around the world. It is high in sugar and provides little fibre or other nutritional value. A 100 g portion contains 97 g of carbohydrates. Keeping to a small piece and pairing it with an unsweetened drink can make it easier to enjoy as an occasional sweet.
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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.