Mango nectar, canned
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Canned mango nectar is a sweet, smooth beverage made from mango puree, water, and sugar, offering a vibrant, tropical taste with a velvety texture. It's a convenient way to enjoy the fruit's flavor year-round. Nutritionally, it's primarily a source of quick energy from carbohydrates, specifically simple sugars.
Calorie split: 1% protein · 98% carbs · 1% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love its intensely sweet, tropical mango flavor that's instantly refreshing, especially chilled. Its versatility makes it a popular standalone drink, a mixer, or a base for smoothies and desserts.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (over 12g per 100g) can cause rapid blood sugar spikes, making it a poor choice for diabetics or those monitoring sugar intake. To mitigate this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like nuts or yogurt) to slow sugar absorption, or strictly control portion size.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates.
- Offers a convenient way to consume fruit flavor.
- Contains small amounts of vitamin C and other mango nutrients.
- Shelf-stable and ready to drink.
- Can be used as a base for cocktails or mocktails.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'nectar' on a juice label often indicates it contains less than 100% fruit juice, with added water and sweeteners, a practice standardized to differentiate it from pure juice.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.6 g |
| Energy | 51.0 kcal |
| Energy | 212 kj |
| Protein | 0.11 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.06 g |
| Ash | 0.08 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 13.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.30 g |
| Total Sugars | 12.4 g |
| Sucrose | 1.0 g |
| Glucose | 5.3 g |
| Fructose | 5.6 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.56 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 17.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.36 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 3.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 2.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 24.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 5.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.02 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.40 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 15.2 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.08 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.07 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 7.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 7.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 7.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 1.5 mg |
| Betaine | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 35.0 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 402 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 26.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 692 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.21 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.02 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.02 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.80 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 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 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.01 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 |
FAQ
Is canned mango nectar the same as mango juice?
Not exactly. Mango nectar is typically made from mango puree mixed with water and sugar, resulting in a sweeter, less concentrated product than 100% mango juice, which is pressed directly from the fruit.
Does it contain real mango?
Yes, it contains mango in the form of puree or concentrate. However, the exact percentage can vary by brand, and it always includes added water and sugar.
Is it a healthy drink?
While it provides some fruit-derived nutrients, its primary component is sugar. It's best enjoyed occasionally and in moderation, not as a daily health beverage, especially compared to whole fruit or unsweetened options.
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 0.51 kcal/g · 1% calories from protein · 0.3 g fiber · 12.4 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: 0.21 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.