Beverages, COCA-COLA, POWERADE, lemon-lime flavored, ready-to-drink
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A vibrant, electric-yellow lemon-lime sports drink designed for rapid hydration and electrolyte replenishment. It delivers a sharp, tangy citrus burst with a clean, non-carbonated finish and a light, watery texture. Nutritionally, it's a low-calorie, sugar-sweetened beverage with minimal fat or protein.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 99% carbs · 1% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its intensely refreshing and tangy lemon-lime flavor, which is particularly satisfying during or after a workout. Its association with sports and active lifestyles makes it a go-to choice for a quick, flavorful hydration boost.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is the added sugar (about 6g per 100ml), which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes if consumed in large quantities without activity. To counteract this, practice portion control and consume it primarily around physical activity when your body can utilize the sugars for energy. It is also not a substitute for water for daily, sedentary hydration.
Key benefits
- Provides quick energy from simple carbohydrates
- Designed to help replenish fluids and electrolytes during physical activity
- Low in fat and contains no protein
- Offers a refreshing, palate-cleansing taste
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💡 Did you know?
Powerade was developed by Coca-Cola as a direct competitor to Gatorade, launching in 1988 with the slogan 'Everything you've got.'
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 91.9 g |
| Energy | 32.0 kcal |
| Energy | 134 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.05 g |
| Ash | 0.20 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g |
| Sucrose | 0.20 g |
| Glucose | 2.2 g |
| Fructose | 3.2 g |
| Lactose | 0.20 g |
| Maltose | 0.20 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 1.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.09 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0.00 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 18.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 42.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Fluoride, F | 62.0 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 1.6 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.15 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 | 0.91 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.91 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 | 0.01 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 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.03 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.01 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 Powerade the same as Gatorade?
No, they are competing brands owned by different companies (Coca-Cola and PepsiCo, respectively). They have different ingredient profiles, electrolyte formulas, and flavor lineups.
When is the best time to drink it?
It's most beneficial during or immediately after prolonged, intense physical activity (over 60 minutes) to help replace fluids and carbohydrates lost through sweat.
Does it have caffeine?
The standard lemon-lime Powerade does not contain caffeine. However, some specific product variants or lines (like Powerade Ultra) may include it.
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 0.32 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 6.1 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: 2.33 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.