Beverages, carbonated, low calorie, cola or pepper-type, with aspartame, without caffeine
Whole food · Beverages
Photo: Wikipedia
This is a crisp, effervescent zero-calorie soft drink, delivering the classic sweet-tart cola or pepper flavor without the sugar or caffeine. Its texture is light and bubbly, with a clean, sharp finish that cuts through thirst. Nutritionally, it's essentially water with flavor and aspartame, contributing a negligible 1 calorie per 100g.
Calorie split: 50% protein · 50% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for delivering the nostalgic, satisfying fizz and bold flavor of a classic cola or pepper soda without the guilt or caffeine jitters. It's a go-to for mixers, a refreshing standalone drink, and a staple in many households seeking a low-calorie option.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Some individuals report an aftertaste from aspartame or experience digestive discomfort like bloating from carbonation. Those with phenylketonuria (PKU) must avoid it due to the aspartame content. To mitigate bloating, sip slowly and avoid drinking large quantities quickly; for the taste, try chilling it thoroughly or mixing with a splash of natural juice.
Key benefits
- Zero calories and sugar, aiding in weight management.
- Caffeine-free, suitable for evening consumption or caffeine-sensitive individuals.
- Provides a sweet, fizzy alternative to sugary sodas.
- Can help satisfy a craving for a carbonated beverage without dietary impact.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The first caffeine-free diet cola was introduced by Coca-Cola in 1983, but the concept of a 'diet' soda dates back to the 1950s with the launch of No-Cal, which used cyclamate as its sweetener.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.7 g |
| Energy | 1.0 kcal |
| Energy | 4.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.12 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.03 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.12 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0.00 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 10.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 7.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 4.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 52.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.00 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Beverages, carbonated, tonic water — USDA does not publish this profile for Beverages.
| Tryptophan | 0.00 g |
| Threonine | 0.00 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.00 g |
| Leucine | 0.00 g |
| Lysine | 0.00 g |
| Methionine | 0.00 g |
| Cystine | 0.00 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.00 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.00 g |
| Valine | 0.00 g |
| Arginine | 0.00 g |
| Histidine | 0.00 g |
| Alanine | 0.00 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.00 g |
| Glycine | 0.00 g |
| Proline | 0.00 g |
| Serine | 0.00 g |
FAQ
Is this drink safe for people with diabetes?
Generally, yes, as it contains no sugar and has a negligible effect on blood glucose levels. However, individual responses can vary, so monitoring is advised.
Does the carbonation affect bone health?
There is no strong evidence that carbonated water alone harms bones. However, some studies suggest that cola-type beverages (even diet) may be linked to lower bone density, possibly due to phosphoric acid content.
Can I drink this while fasting?
Most experts agree that calorie-free, non-nutritive beverages like this do not break a fast, as they contain no calories, sugar, or protein to trigger an insulin response.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.01 kcal/g · 48% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.57 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.