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Head to headOrange Juice vs Coca-Cola
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Orange Juice takes it, 34 to 29. A 5-point gap. Liquid sunshine, 8 g sugar per 100 ml. Coca-Cola’s case: The most successful sugar delivery system in history.
Tale of the tape
| Nutrient | Orange Juice per 100ml | Coca-Cola per 100ml |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 | 39.4 ● |
| Protein | 0.7g ● | 0g |
| Total Fat | 0.2g | 0g ● |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2g ● | 0g |
| Total Sugars | 8.4g ● | 11g |
| Sodium | 1mg ● | 12.7mg |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0mg |
| Potassium | 200mg ● | 0mg |
Red dot marks the winner of each row. Column bases differ because chain labels are per serving — the per-100-calorie comparisons below put them on equal footing.
Where Orange Juice wins
- Orange Juice has less sodium per 100 calories (Coca-Cola has more).
- Orange Juice has less sugar per 100 calories (Coca-Cola has more).
- Vitamin C: 56% DV vs Coca-Cola’s 0% DV (per 100ml).
Where Coca-Cola wins
- No decisive edge — Coca-Cola keeps it close everywhere.
Questions
Is Orange Juice healthier than Coca-Cola?
By our scoring, Orange Juice grades higher (34 vs 29). The full nutrient comparison is in the tale of the tape above.
Which has more protein, Orange Juice or Coca-Cola?
Orange Juice: 1.6g per 100 calories. Coca-Cola: 0g per 100 calories.
How many calories are in Orange Juice vs Coca-Cola?
Orange Juice: 45 calories per 100ml. Coca-Cola: 39 calories per 100ml.
A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.