Soft drink, cola, chocolate flavored, diet
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A zero-calorie, artificially sweetened cola with a distinct chocolate undertone, offering a fizzy, dark, and slightly bitter-sweet profile. It is an ultra-light beverage, containing virtually no macronutrients like protein, fat, or sugar. This drink provides a guilt-free indulgence for those craving the complex flavor of chocolate and cola without any caloric impact.
Calorie split: 24% protein · 62% carbs · 14% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the nostalgic, indulgent taste of chocolate and cola combined, offering a sweet treat without the sugar crash. It's a popular choice for those managing weight or blood sugar, providing a flavorful, fizzy alternative to plain water or standard diet sodas.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The artificial sweeteners (like aspartame or acesulfame potassium) can cause digestive discomfort or headaches in sensitive individuals. It lacks nutritional value and may encourage a preference for overly sweet flavors, potentially making whole foods seem less appealing. To counteract, pair it with a protein-rich snack (like nuts or yogurt) to stabilize blood sugar and avoid overconsumption by limiting it to one serving per day.
Key benefits
- Virtually zero calories (2 kcal per 100g)
- Contains no sugar, making it suitable for low-sugar diets
- Provides a caffeine boost (typical of colas)
- Offers a unique chocolate-cola flavor combination
- No fat or protein, making it a pure, light beverage
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💡 Did you know?
The chocolate flavor in diet cola is often derived from cocoa extracts or natural flavorings, not actual chocolate, allowing it to remain calorie-free while mimicking the rich taste.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 99.5 g |
| Energy | 2.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.11 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.03 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 0.29 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 3.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.11 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 1.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 9.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 8.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 8.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.01 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 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 |
| 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) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 12.0 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 |
| Cholesterol | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
Does diet chocolate cola contain sugar?
No, it contains 0g sugar per 100g, using artificial sweeteners instead.
Is it safe for diabetics?
Generally yes, as it has no sugar and minimal carbs, but individual responses to artificial sweeteners vary.
What gives it the chocolate flavor?
Natural or artificial chocolate flavorings, often derived from cocoa extracts or synthetic compounds.
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 0.02 kcal/g · 22% 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: 1.00 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.