Cola
A regular cola can is mostly water, sugar and phosphoric acid, with no protein or fibre.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of cola for fair comparison. Typical serving: 330 g can — 139 kcal per 330 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (330 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 42 kcal | 139 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 34.3 g | 24.7 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.8 g | 0.6 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of cola, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (330 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Riboflavin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Niacin | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Choline | 0.3 mg | 0.99 mg | <1% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 1 mg | 3.3 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.02 mg | 0.066 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 9 mg | 29.7 mg | <1% |
| Potassium | 5 mg | 16.5 mg | <1% |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 9.9 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.09 mg | 0.3 mg | <1% |
| Selenium | 0.1 µg | 0.33 µg | <1% |
| Copper | 0.007 mg | 0.023 mg | <1% |
| Manganese | 0.003 mg | 0.01 mg | <1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Beverages, carbonated, cola, regular
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat cola?
- A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
- A regular cola can is mostly water, sugar and phosphoric acid, with no protein or fibre.
How to include it
- Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
- Typical pairing ideas: Ice, Lemon, Pizza.
Things to consider
- Easy to over-consume relative to hunger; treat as an occasional or measured item.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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