Beverages, Water with added vitamins and minerals, bottles, sweetened, assorted fruit flavors
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This is a clear, fruit-flavored, vitamin-enhanced water, typically sold in plastic bottles. It has a light, sweet, and refreshing taste, often with a hint of artificial fruitiness and a smooth, non-carbonated texture. Nutritionally, it provides a modest 22 calories and about 5.5 grams of sugar per 100ml, primarily from added sweeteners.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 100% carbs · 0% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its immediate, thirst-quenching sweetness and the fun of choosing from a variety of fruit flavors like berry, citrus, or tropical. It's a popular, portable pick-me-up that makes staying hydrated feel like a treat rather than a chore.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is the added sugar (about 1.4g per typical 250ml serving), which can contribute to unnecessary calorie intake and potential blood-sugar spikes if consumed in large quantities. Those monitoring sugar intake or with diabetes should be cautious. To counteract this, practice portion control, dilute it with plain sparkling water, or choose a zero-sugar version if available.
Key benefits
- Provides a convenient source of hydration with added vitamins (like B and C).
- Offers a sweet, flavorful alternative to plain water for those who find it unappealing.
- Can help meet daily fluid intake goals, especially for active individuals or children.
- The added minerals (like magnesium or potassium) can contribute to electrolyte balance.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The first commercially successful flavored water in the U.S. was launched in the 1990s, but the concept dates back to ancient Romans who added honey and spices to their water for flavor and perceived health benefits.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 94.4 g |
| Energy | 22.0 kcal |
| Energy | 92.0 kj |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.00 g |
| Ash | 0.07 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 5.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 17.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 0.00 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 0.00 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.32 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 12.7 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.84 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.42 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.08 mg |
| Folate, total | 8.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 8.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 14.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.25 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.25 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 32.0 ug |
| Retinol | 32.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 105 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 1.9 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 the same as sports drinks like Gatorade?
No. While both are flavored and contain vitamins/minerals, sports drinks are specifically formulated with electrolytes (sodium, potassium) and higher carbohydrate content to fuel and rehydrate during intense, prolonged exercise. This product is primarily for light hydration and flavor.
Does the added sugar make it unhealthy?
Not inherently. The sugar content is moderate (about 5.5g per 100ml). It's a better choice than soda, but plain water is still the healthiest option. It can be part of a balanced diet if consumed in moderation.
Are the vitamins and minerals actually effective?
They can contribute to your daily intake, but the amounts are typically a fraction of your daily needs. Think of it as a small nutritional boost, not a replacement for a balanced diet rich in whole foods.
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 0.22 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 5.5 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:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.