What is this food?
This is unsweetened orange juice (orange juice without added sugar). It’s a drink made from oranges, usually strained or blended, and served as a refreshing beverage.
Why it matters to health
Orange juice can help you get vitamin C and other natural nutrients from oranges. In this version, there’s no added sugar, but it still has natural sugars (8.2 g per 100 g) and some carbohydrates (10.2 g). It also has a small amount of fiber (0.3 g), which is helpful for digestion, but it’s lower than eating whole fruit. Since it’s a liquid, it’s easy to drink more than intended—so it’s best to treat it like a snack drink rather than a replacement for water or whole fruit.
Healthier tips
- For snacks, keep it to about 1 small glass (around 100–150 ml) and pair it with a protein or fiber food (e.g., yogurt, nuts, or banana + peanut butter) to stay fuller.
- If you can, choose whole oranges more often than juice for better fiber and chewing satisfaction.
- Drink it with meals or as a planned snack, not all day, to avoid frequent sugar intake.
- Since sodium is very low here, it’s generally fine for everyday use.
Common Filipino dishes
Orange juice, calamansi juice, fruit shakes, halo-halo (fruit toppings), fresh fruit platter