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High-sugar, low nutrient-density cold drink
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sweetened iced drink (240 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 40 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
96
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
24g
· 9% 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 | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 12 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 330 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 500 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 200 kcal |
Calculated from 40 calories per 100 g.
A sweetened iced drink is a poor everyday choice because it provides sugar with little nutritional value. Having one occasionally is different from relying on it for hydration; choose water most of the time.
Yes, you can make a sweetened iced drink by blending ice with water and sweetened juice or syrup. Homemade versions let you adjust the sweetness, while many ready-made versions are processed and may include added flavorings.
No, freezing a sweetened iced drink does not remove its sugar. As the ice melts, the drink may taste more diluted, but the sugar remains in the liquid.
Not necessarily. A slushie has a semi-frozen, granular texture, while a sweetened iced drink can simply be a cold liquid served over ice; recipes and names vary by region.
A sweetened iced drink supplies fluid, so it does not automatically dehydrate you. However, it is not a better everyday hydration choice than water, and frequent servings add sugar without much nutritional benefit.
A sweetened iced drink can raise blood sugar because its sugar is consumed in liquid form. If you have diabetes, fit it into your individual meal plan and ask your clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
Yes, frequent exposure to the sugar in a sweetened iced drink can contribute to tooth decay. Sipping it over a long period prolongs contact with teeth, so drink it in one sitting and rinse with water afterward.
Use chilled ingredients and larger ice cubes to slow dilution in a sweetened iced drink. You can also freeze some of the drink itself into ice cubes, so melting ice changes the texture less.
Keep a sweetened iced drink covered in the refrigerator and drink it soon, since melting ice can dilute it and affect its texture. Discard one that has been left at room temperature for an extended time.
A sweetened iced drink can provide fluid and carbohydrate after exercise, but it is not a necessary recovery drink for most everyday workouts. Water and a regular meal are usually enough after routine activity.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Sodium
12mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.01mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
A sweetened iced drink is a broad category of cold beverage made by sweetening water or another drink and serving it chilled, often over ice. It has no single place of origin or fixed recipe: depending on the version, it may include fruit juice, flavouring or syrup, but sweetness and chill are the defining features.
In warm weather, it is an easy refreshment to sip on its own or alongside a meal; recipes and flavours vary widely around the world. The ice softens the taste as it melts, and its sweetness can balance a savoury snack. Nutritionally, it is mostly a source of sugar-derived carbohydrate, with 10 g of carbohydrate and 40 calories per 100 g. If you want a lighter drink, use less sweetener or syrup, or choose a smaller serving.
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
— 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.