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Naked Juice Blue Machine Smoothie Juice
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Naked Juice Blue Machine Smoothie Juice

Naked
15.20 foz
Available at Foodtown
270
Calories
1g
Protein
52g
Sugars
20mg
Sodium
8g
Fiber
40
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Naked Juice Blue Machine Smoothie Juice arrives in a clear plastic 15.2 fl oz bottle with a bright, fruit-forward label that reads like a promise of real fruit. In most American grocery stores you’ll find it in the refrigerated juice and smoothie case near other cold-pressed juices, single-serve smoothies, and grab-and-go breakfast items (sometimes adjacent to milk alternatives and bottled protein shakes). It is commonly chosen on busy mornings as a portable breakfast or mid-afternoon pick-me-up: shoppers toss one into a tote during a quick grocery run, grab it after a gym session, or sip it on a road trip. The brand positions itself as health-forward and fruit-centric, targeting busy, image-conscious consumers — millennials and young families who want the feeling of wholesome fruit without the time to prepare it themselves. The label leans on a “made from fruit” aesthetic with large photos of berries and simple type, implying a natural, minimally altered product even though there’s no prominent organic certification on many SKUs. Textures are smoothie-like: viscous, slightly pulpy, and thick enough to feel substantial but pourable; the bottle is resealable and designed for single-person consumption. Rituals around the product are simple — shake, twist, sip straight from the bottle or pour over ice. Processing context: this is a highly processed refrigerated juice blend made from concentrates, purees, added fiber (inulin), natural flavorings, and fortified with vitamins. Flavor is bold and sweet, with a pronounced fruity sugar hit and a glossy, syrupy mouthfeel that reads indulgent despite the fruit imagery.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium20mg1%
Total Carbohydrate64g23%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Total Sugars52g
Protein1g
* 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

Apple, Juice, from, Concentrate, (Water,, Apple, Juice, Concentrate),, Banana, Puree,, Blueberry, Puree,, Inulin,, Natural, Flavor,, Fruit, and, Vegetable, Juice, for, Color,, Ascorbic, Acid, (Vitamin, C),, Vitamin, E, Acetate,, Niacinamide,, D-Calcium, Pantothenate, (Vitamin, B5),, Pyridoxine, Hydrochloride, (Vitamin, B6),, Cyanocobalamin, (Vitamin, B12)..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains juice from concentrate, added functional ingredients (inulin), natural flavors and multiple added vitamins, consistent with ultraprocessed formulations designed to mimic whole foods.

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Common Questions about Naked Juice Blue Machine Smoothie Juice

The Blue Machine smoothie can be a healthy choice, especially if you're looking for a quick boost of vitamins and antioxidants from fruits. It packs a decent amount of fiber and vitamins, but it's also relatively high in sugar — about 52 grams per serving. So, if you're looking for a refreshing snack or a post-workout drink, it fits the bill, but be mindful of the sugar content compared to whole fruits.

Perfect For

post-workout
road-trip
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

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