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365 by Whole Foods Market, Sports Drink, Orange, 20 Fl Oz
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365 by Whole Foods Market, Sports Drink, Orange, 20 Fl Oz

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
130
Calories
0g
Protein
31g
Sugars
270mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’d spot this chilled in the grocery beverage aisle, a cooler at the gym, or the grab-and-go section—familiar as the bright orange sports drinks of childhood. It gives an upbeat, sporty and convenient vibe aimed at quick rehydration rather than whole-food nutrition. The ingredient list (refined cane sugar, natural flavors, multiple electrolyte salts, stabilizers like gum arabic and ester gum, plus color) and ready-to-drink format point to industrial formulation and heavy processing typical of NOVA 4 products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 BOTTLE
Servings per Container: 1
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate32g12%
Total Sugars31g
Protein0g
* 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.

Ingredients

FILTERED, WATER, CANE, SUGAR, NATURAL, FLAVORS, CITRIC, ACID, SALT*, SODIUM, CITRATE*, MONOPOTASSIUM, PHOSPHATE*, ASCORBIC, ACID, (VITAMIN, C), GUM, ARABIC, ESTER, GUM, BETA, CAROTENE, (COLOR)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • beta carotene - Artificial coloring
No Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined sugar, flavorings, emulsifiers/stabilizers (gum arabic, ester gum), and added mineral salts in a ready-to-drink formulation—hallmarks of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4). The product is engineered for texture, shelf stability, and consistent taste rather than minimal processing or whole ingredients.

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Common Questions about 365 by Whole Foods Market, Sports Drink, Orange, 20 Fl Oz

The Sports Drink packs a punch with 130 calories and 31 grams of sugar, which might make you raise an eyebrow. It's designed to replenish electrolytes after a workout, so if you're exercising hard, it could be a good fit. But if you're just looking for a casual refreshment, you might want to consider something less sugary.

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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$1.49
per package