Beverages, Lemonade fruit juice drink light, fortified with vitamin E and C
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This is a light, low-calorie lemonade-style fruit juice drink, fortified with vitamins C and E. It offers a bright, tangy, and sweet flavor with a smooth, non-pulpy texture, making it a refreshing thirst-quencher. With only 21 kcal and 5g of sugar per 100g, it's a lighter alternative to traditional lemonade.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its classic, refreshing sweet-tart balance that quenches thirst without the heaviness of full-sugar sodas. Its versatility makes it a popular base for cocktails, mocktails, or simply a chilled, flavorful drink on a warm day.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is the 5g of added sugar per 100g, which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes if consumed in large quantities. To mitigate this, practice portion control and avoid drinking it on an empty stomach; pairing it with a source of protein or healthy fat can help slow sugar absorption.
Key benefits
- Low in calories (21 kcal per 100g).
- Fortified with Vitamin C, supporting immune function.
- Fortified with Vitamin E, an antioxidant.
- Provides hydration with a sweet-tart flavor.
- Contains no fat or protein.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Lemonade is one of the oldest known beverages, with records of a lemon and sugar drink dating back to 10th-century Egypt.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 95.0 g |
| Energy | 21.0 kcal |
| Energy | 87.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.02 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 5.0 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 2.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 10.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 5.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.10 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 25.0 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.01 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.50 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) | 0.56 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.56 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 lemonade drink healthy?
It's a low-calorie, sugar-reduced option compared to traditional lemonade, but it still contains added sugar. It's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
What vitamins are fortified in this drink?
It is fortified with Vitamin C and Vitamin E, which are antioxidants that support immune health and skin health.
Can I use this drink in cooking or baking?
Yes, its sweet-tart flavor works well in marinades, salad dressings, or as a liquid base for light cakes and sorbets.
How does the sugar content compare to regular lemonade?
Regular lemonade typically has about 10-12g of sugar per 100g, so this 'light' version has roughly half the sugar.
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 0.21 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 5.0 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: 0.50 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.