What is this food?
This is an orange fruit juice drink (sweetened), about 46 kcal per 100 g. It has carbohydrates around 10.9 g, with sugar about 7.6 g, and very small amounts of fat and fiber (about 0.2 g).
Why it matters to health
Orange juice drinks can be refreshing and can add some vitamins and plant compounds from oranges. However, compared with whole fruit, they usually have less fiber, so the sugar can be absorbed faster. For everyday health, this matters because frequent sugary drinks can make it easier to exceed your daily sugar and calorie needs, especially if you already have rice, bread, or snacks in the day. Good news: it’s low in fat and cholesterol, and sodium is very low.
Healthier tips
- Choose whole oranges more often than juice drinks—eat the fruit for better fullness and fiber.
- If you’ll drink it, keep it to a small serving and pair it with a snack that has protein or fiber (e.g., nuts, yogurt, or a slice of bread with peanut butter) to help balance your meal.
- Use it as an occasional treat, not your default drink between meals.
- Check labels: if it says “juice drink” or “from concentrate,” it may be added sugar; compare brands and pick lower-sugar options when available.
- For your 3 meals + 1–2 snacks/day, treat this as part of your snack calories—don’t add extra sweets on the same snack.
Common Filipino dishes
Orange juice drink, calamansi juice, buko juice, pineapple juice, mango juice