Mirinda
Mirinda Soft Drink - With Added Orange Flavour
750 ml
750 ml
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores very poorly due to its extremely high sugar content. A single 250ml serving contains 34.5g of sugar, which is 69% of the FSSAI's recommended daily allowance. It provides no beneficial nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins, or minerals, qualifying as 'empty calories'. The presence of synthetic colors and preservatives further reduces its health score.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
0 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Dietary Fiber
0 g
of RDA
Very low in Dietary Fiber. This is not a significant source.
Carbohydrates
13.8 g
of RDA
Contributes 5% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Energy
55 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 3% of daily Energy needs.
Total Fat
0 g
of RDA
Contributes 0% of daily Total Fat needs.
Saturated Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Saturated Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Cholesterol
0 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
14 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
13.8 g
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Sugar.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Diluted Mirinda Orange Spritzer
1. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. 2. Pour 100ml of Mirinda into the glass. 3. Top with 150ml of chilled sparkling water or soda. 4. Garnish with a fresh lime wedge and mint leaves before serving.
Health Benefits
This spritzer significantly reduces the sugar per serving while providing a refreshing, fizzy citrus drink.
Healthy-ish Orange Banana Slushie
1. In a blender, combine 100ml of Mirinda with 1 cup of ice. 2. Add half a frozen banana for creaminess and natural sweetness. 3. Blend until smooth and slushy. 4. Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.
Health Benefits
Creates a refreshing slushie with added fiber and potassium from the banana, diluting the overall sugar concentration.
Additive Analysis
The additives used are permitted by FSSAI within regulated limits. However, Sunset Yellow FCF (110) can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Sodium Benzoate (211) is a common preservative but its use in products with no nutritional benefit is a concern for overall health.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
Artificial Flavors
No artificial flavors added
Marketing Claims
The marketing, which heavily features images of fresh oranges, creates a misleading impression that the product contains real fruit juice. In reality, the orange taste comes from 'Natural Flavouring Substances' and the color from a synthetic dye (110). While not technically a false claim, it misleads consumers about the product's naturalness and composition.