Fresh Orange Juice
The most common drink on the breakfast table; although rich in vitamin C, juicing separates oranges from their natural fibre and concentrates their sugar in a quickly absorbed liquid, with an index of 50.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
One glass of juice takes 3 to 4 oranges; eating one whole orange with its segments and fibre is healthier for people with diabetes or on a diet than drinking strained juice.
Best preparation methods
If you want to drink it, keep to half a small glass (100 ml) after a protein-rich breakfast such as eggs, and do not drink it on an empty stomach, to avoid a quick sugar spike.
Important Nutritional Note
For people with diabetes or insulin resistance, it is always recommended to consider the total glycemic load (GL) of the meal rather than relying on the glycemic index alone.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 kcal | 90 kcal |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 10 g | 20 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 19.6 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.2 g | 0.4 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Drinks with a glycemic index (9), it ranks 4 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Fresh Orange Juice good for weight loss?
Yes. Fresh Orange Juice is very low in calories (45 kcal per 100 g), so you can eat a generous amount to add volume and fullness to a meal without many calories.
How does Fresh Orange Juice affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 50 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 200 g portion has a glycemic load of 9.8 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Fresh Orange Juice?
A typical 200 g portion of Fresh Orange Juice provides about 90 kcal, 1.4 g protein, 20 g carbohydrate, 0.4 g fat and 0.4 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.