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How much sugar is in a 20 oz Sports Drink?

20 oz Sports Drink
Nutrition Facts
1 serving per container
Serving size20 fl oz (591 mL)
Amount per serving
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g0%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 36g13%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 34g
Includes 34g Added Sugars68%
Protein 0g
Caffeine 0mg
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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At a glance

  • 34g total sugar ≈ 8.1 teaspoons.
  • 34g added sugar — 68% of the 50g daily value.
  • 140 calories and 0mg caffeine (0% of the 400mg/day guidance).

How to cut the sugar

  • Sports drinks deliver fast sugar for intense exercise — for everyday hydration, water is enough.
  • A 20 oz bottle has ~34g added sugar, similar to a can of soda.
  • Look for lower-sugar or zero-sugar electrolyte options if you want the electrolytes without the sugar.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a sports drink?

For most everyday activity, no — water covers it. Sports drinks' ~34g of sugar per 20 oz is designed to fuel prolonged, intense exercise, not desk work.

Nutrition values are approximate, generic estimates for a typical version of this drink — not measurements of any specific branded product, and not lab-verified. Actual values vary by recipe, size, and preparation. This is general information, not dietary advice.