Sprite
Sprite Lemon and Lime Soft Drink Can
300 ml
300 ml
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores very poorly due to its extremely high sugar content. A single 200ml serving contains 23.4g of added sugar, which constitutes nearly the entire FSSAI recommended daily limit for an adult. It provides no beneficial nutrients like vitamins, minerals, or fiber, making it a source of 'empty calories' that can contribute to health risks if consumed regularly.
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
12.2 g
of RDA
Contributes 4% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Energy
49 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 2% 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.
Sodium
10.1 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Cholesterol
0 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
11.7 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Healthier Virgin Mojito
In a tall glass, muddle 8-10 fresh mint leaves with 2-3 lemon wedges. Fill the glass with crushed ice. Pour 100ml of Sprite and top with 100ml of plain sparkling water or soda, then stir gently.
Health Benefits
This recipe dilutes the drink, cutting the sugar content per serving by half while adding natural freshness from mint and lemon.
Spicy Masala Lemon Fizz
In a glass, mix the juice of half a lime with a pinch of black salt and chaat masala. Add plenty of ice cubes. Pour 150ml of Sprite and top with a splash of water, stirring to combine.
Health Benefits
Reduces the total amount of Sprite consumed and adds digestive spices for a traditional Indian flavour profile.
Additive Analysis
Contains Acidity Regulators (330 - Citric Acid, 331(iii) - Trisodium Citrate) and Preservative (211 - Sodium Benzoate). These additives are approved by FSSAI within permissible limits. However, frequent consumption of products with preservatives is generally not recommended for optimal health.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The claims 'No Caffeine' and '100% Natural Flavours' are factually correct based on the ingredients. However, the overall marketing promotes the product as a simple, refreshing beverage, which can be misleading by omitting the context of its extremely high sugar content. This lack of transparency about its negative health aspects is ethically questionable.