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Lychee Sparkling Water 6pk, 12 FZ
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Lychee Sparkling Water 6pk, 12 FZ

Sanzo
Available at Whole Foods
20
Calories
2g
Protein
4g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this six‑pack tucked in the chilled or soft‑drink aisle, or pulled from a cooler at a summer picnic — a lightly sweet, fizzy lychee drink that feels a bit exotic and refreshing. The short ingredient list (carbonated water, lychee puree, citric acid) gives a clean impression, but the industrial carbonation, acidity regulator and packaged format point to a manufactured, shelf‑stable flavored beverage with a smooth fizzy texture and characteristics typical of ultra‑processed drinks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CAN
Servings per Container: 6
Calories20
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
Total Sugars4g
Protein2g
* 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

CARBONATED, WATER, LYCHEE, PUREE, CITRIC, ACID.

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?

Packaged carbonated beverages with added acidity regulators and industrially processed fruit purées are considered ultra‑processed: they are manufactured formulations with additives and industrial processes rather than single whole foods.

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Common Questions about Lychee Sparkling Water 6pk, 12 FZ

It really depends on your definition of healthy! With just 20 calories and 4 grams of total sugars per can, it’s a light and refreshing option if you're looking to stay hydrated without a sugar overload. It’s not a meal replacement by any means, but as a bubbly treat, it’s definitely on the healthier side compared to sugary sodas.

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