{"id":29449,"date":"2022-02-20T20:30:11","date_gmt":"2022-02-20T12:30:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/?p=29449"},"modified":"2022-02-20T20:30:14","modified_gmt":"2022-02-20T12:30:14","slug":"do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Sugar-Free Energy Drink Powders Cause You To Gain Weight? (No Sugar Coating)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Page Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #303030;color:#303030\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #303030;color:#303030\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Do_energy_drinks_cause_belly_fat\" title=\"Do energy drinks cause belly fat?\">Do energy drinks cause belly fat?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Should_you_drink_sugar-free_energy_drink_powders\" title=\"Should you drink sugar-free energy drink powders?\">Should you drink sugar-free energy drink powders?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Can_zero-calorie_energy_drinks_help_you_lose_weight\" title=\"Can zero-calorie energy drinks help you lose weight?\">Can zero-calorie energy drinks help you lose weight?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Are_sugar-free_energy_drinks_really_sugar-free\" title=\"Are sugar-free energy drinks really sugar-free?\">Are sugar-free energy drinks really sugar-free?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Can_you_drink_sugar-free_energy_drinks_if_you_are_diabetic\" title=\"Can you drink sugar-free energy drinks if you are diabetic?\">Can you drink sugar-free energy drinks if you are diabetic?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#What_are_artificial_sweeteners\" title=\"What are artificial sweeteners?\">What are artificial sweeteners?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Which_is_a_safer_choice\" title=\"Which is a safer choice?\">Which is a safer choice?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Do_sugar-free_energy_drinks_raise_cholesterol\" title=\"Do sugar-free energy drinks raise cholesterol?\">Do sugar-free energy drinks raise cholesterol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Do_sugar-free_energy_drinks_help_you_lose_weight\" title=\"Do sugar-free energy drinks help you lose weight?\">Do sugar-free energy drinks help you lose weight?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Best_Sugar-Free_Energy_Drinks\" title=\"Best Sugar-Free Energy Drinks\">Best Sugar-Free Energy Drinks<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Rogue_Energy\" title=\"Rogue Energy\">Rogue Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Zipfizz\" title=\"Zipfizz\">Zipfizz<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#G_Fuel_Powder\" title=\"G Fuel Powder\">G Fuel Powder<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Ghost_Gamer\" title=\"Ghost Gamer\">Ghost Gamer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders-cause-you-to-gain-weight\/#Relevant_Articles\" title=\"Relevant Articles:\">Relevant Articles:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"797\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/raspberry-gd89b37df6_1280-1.jpg\" alt=\"Sugar and strawberry.\" class=\"wp-image-29500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/raspberry-gd89b37df6_1280-1.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/raspberry-gd89b37df6_1280-1-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/raspberry-gd89b37df6_1280-1-768x490.jpg 768w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/raspberry-gd89b37df6_1280-1-150x96.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><figcaption>Sugar-free energy drinks do not promote weight gain.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people are made to believe that energy drinks can help them lose weight. However, this is not the case. Because they include a lot of <strong>sugar and caffeine<\/strong>, they can produce an insulin rise, causing you to gain weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For their ostensibly <strong>&#8220;healthier&#8221;<\/strong> offers, zero-calorie and diet drinks have grown in popularity over the last decade. Are these sugar-free options, on the other hand, truly healthy? Do sugar-free energy drink powders cause you to gain weight?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sugar-free energy drinks do not cause weight gain.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&#8217;ve come to the right place if you&#8217;ve ever wondered if <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> energy drinks cause weight gain. In this post, we&#8217;ll <strong>investigate <\/strong>various energy drink options in order to get the truth regarding their link to weight gain. So, settle in and read on\u2014let&#8217;s get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-do-you-gain-weight-from-energy-drinks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_you_gain_weight_from_energy_drinks\"><\/span>Why do you gain weight from energy drinks?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The calories &#8216;in&#8217; vs. calories &#8216;out&#8217; equation can be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.precisionnutrition.com\/calories-in-calories-out\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.precisionnutrition.com\/calories-in-calories-out\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">simplified<\/a> to lose or gain weight: if you consume more calories than you burn, you will gain weight and vice versa.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks are often low in nutritional value and heavy in empty calories. Many people, however, believe that <strong>skipping a meal<\/strong> or two and replacing it with an energy drink can help them achieve that deficit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>However, consuming two or more energy drinks per day can unintentionally put you beyond the recommended daily caloric intake, resulting in weight gain.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-energy-drinks-cause-belly-fat\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_energy_drinks_cause_belly_fat\"><\/span>Do energy drinks cause belly fat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energy drinks cause belly fat to elevate.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A high SSB diet (e.g., sodas, specialty coffees, fruit juices, energy drinks) is linked to increased visceral abdominal fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of their low cost, convenience, and ease of consumption, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/13-ways-sugary-soda-is-bad-for-you\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/13-ways-sugary-soda-is-bad-for-you\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSBs<\/a> are the<strong> largest contributor <\/strong>to sugar intake in the United States. Unlike food, SSBs can be consumed quickly and in large quantities because they require little processing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, you consume a large <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/12-causes-of-belly-fat-gain#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/12-causes-of-belly-fat-gain#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2\" target=\"_blank\">number<\/a> of calories and sugar in a single sitting, with little to no nutritional value. It&#8217;s not uncommon for many people to consume multiple SSBs in a single day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"should-you-drink-sugar-free-energy-drink-powders\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_drink_sugar-free_energy_drink_powders\"><\/span>Should you drink sugar-free energy drink powders?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>It&#8217;s not a terrible idea to choose sugar-free energy drinks. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They can save you from having a sugar crash and from developing some health <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/the-sweet-danger-of-sugar\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/heart-health\/the-sweet-danger-of-sugar\" target=\"_blank\">problems<\/a> as a result of sugar consumption. They can be a good alternative to sugary drinks, which can lead to excessive sugar consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As per the American Heart <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/sugar\/how-much-sugar-is-too-much\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.heart.org\/en\/healthy-living\/healthy-eating\/eat-smart\/sugar\/how-much-sugar-is-too-much\" target=\"_blank\">Association<\/a>, men&#8217;s daily sugar limit is <strong>37 grams<\/strong>, <strong>25 grams<\/strong> for women, and <strong>19 grams<\/strong> for kids under the age of six.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s worth noting that this <strong>restriction applies<\/strong> to not only what you drink but also what you eat over the course of a day, making it a little more difficult to keep track of your intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These sugar-free energy drink powders are the <strong>ideal catch<\/strong> if you&#8217;re thinking of cutting down on sugar to maintain your weight and calorie intake, or to avoid any health concerns. They won&#8217;t spike your blood sugar levels, won&#8217;t cause sugar crashes, and they&#8217;ll still taste good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-zero-calorie-energy-drinks-help-you-lose-weight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_zero-calorie_energy_drinks_help_you_lose_weight\"><\/span>Can zero-calorie energy drinks help you lose weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Zero-calorie energy drinks will not help you lose weight unless you follow a strict exercise and diet regimen.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zero-calorie energy drinks, on the other hand, can help you lose weight by providing you with energy for your workouts. Caffeine in zero-calorie energy drinks can <a href=\"http:\/\/tuftsjournal.tufts.edu\/2009\/03_1\/professor\/01\/#:~:text=There%20are%20so%20many%20metabolic%20effects%20of%20caffeine,effects%20of%20the%20neurotransmitters%20serotonin%2C%20dopamine%20and%20acetylcholine.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"http:\/\/tuftsjournal.tufts.edu\/2009\/03_1\/professor\/01\/#:~:text=There%20are%20so%20many%20metabolic%20effects%20of%20caffeine,effects%20of%20the%20neurotransmitters%20serotonin%2C%20dopamine%20and%20acetylcholine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">increase<\/a> your <strong>energy and metabolism<\/strong>, as well as improve <strong>fat-burning<\/strong> while you exercise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>To achieve better results, make sure you consume fewer calories than you burn off.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"are-sugar-free-energy-drinks-really-sugar-free\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_sugar-free_energy_drinks_really_sugar-free\"><\/span>Are sugar-free energy drinks really sugar-free?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In most cases, they are sugar-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On any nutritional label, you might see terms like <strong>&#8216;sugar-free,&#8217;<\/strong> <strong>&#8216;no sugar added,&#8217;<\/strong> and <strong>&#8216;unsweetened.<\/strong>&#8216; Sugar-free is sometimes defined as containing less than 0.5 grams of natural or added sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is owing to the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK209851\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK209851\/\" target=\"_blank\">FDA&#8217;s<\/a> definition of <strong>&#8220;sugar-free.&#8221;<\/strong> This is the case for anything weighing less than <strong>0.5 grams<\/strong>. However, a figure like this is still listed on<strong> nutritional labels<\/strong> so you can see if they&#8217;re truly sugar-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no need to be concerned because this amount of sugar won&#8217;t cause any noticeable side effects like a sugar crash, nor will it <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/sugar-crash\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/sugar-crash\" target=\"_blank\">pose<\/a> any health hazards if you don&#8217;t consume sugar excessively elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So, if a product says it&#8217;s sugar-free on the label, you can trust it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-you-drink-sugar-free-energy-drinks-if-you-are-diabetic\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_drink_sugar-free_energy_drinks_if_you_are_diabetic\"><\/span>Can you drink sugar-free energy drinks if you are diabetic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you&#8217;re diabetic, you&#8217;ll have no trouble finding sugar-free drinks.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artificial sweeteners are commonly used in place of sugar and <strong>provide sweetness<\/strong> without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/type-2-diabetes\/diabetes-stevia#:~:text=Pros,alternative%20for%20people%20with%20diabetes.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/type-2-diabetes\/diabetes-stevia#:~:text=Pros,alternative%20for%20people%20with%20diabetes.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">boosting<\/a> blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar-free drinks are <strong>safe<\/strong> for diabetics to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/are-artificial-sweeteners-safe-for-people-with-diabetes\/#:~:text=They%20are%20safe%20for%20people,light%20yogurt%20and%20chewing%20gum.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/are-artificial-sweeteners-safe-for-people-with-diabetes\/#:~:text=They%20are%20safe%20for%20people,light%20yogurt%20and%20chewing%20gum.\" target=\"_blank\">reduce<\/a> their calorie and sugar intake, according to research. These sugar replacements may also aid in reducing sugar cravings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>If you&#8217;re a diabetic, it&#8217;s critical to consume these beverages in <strong>moderation<\/strong> and to consult with your doctor first to avoid any health hazards.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"821\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cans-gccf525eab_1280-1.jpg\" alt=\"Energy drinks.\" class=\"wp-image-29503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cans-gccf525eab_1280-1.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cans-gccf525eab_1280-1-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cans-gccf525eab_1280-1-768x504.jpg 768w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cans-gccf525eab_1280-1-150x99.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><figcaption>If an energy beverage labels its product as sugar-free then it&#8217;s sugar-free.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-are-artificial-sweeteners\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_artificial_sweeteners\"><\/span>What are artificial sweeteners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sugar substitutes that are 300 to 600 times <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/additional-information-about-high-intensity-sweeteners-permitted-use-food-united-states#:~:text=Sucralose%20is%20approved%20for%20use,600%20times%20sweeter%20than%20sugar.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/additional-information-about-high-intensity-sweeteners-permitted-use-food-united-states#:~:text=Sucralose%20is%20approved%20for%20use,600%20times%20sweeter%20than%20sugar.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sweeter<\/a> than table sugar are known as artificial sweeteners. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these may include a <strong>few calories<\/strong>, but they won&#8217;t usually interfere with your calorie consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sucralose<\/strong>, <strong>acesulfame K<\/strong>, and <strong>erythritol<\/strong> are common sweeteners. These ingredients have been authorized by the <strong>FDA<\/strong> as safe for <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/high-intensity-sweeteners\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/high-intensity-sweeteners\" target=\"_blank\">human<\/a> consumption and are commonly used in <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> energy drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sucralose, the most <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/sucralose-good-or-bad#what-it-is\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/sucralose-good-or-bad#what-it-is\" target=\"_blank\">prevalent<\/a> sugar substitute in powdered energy drinks, is believed to have no effect on insulin levels in the blood. The rest are calorie-free and <strong>non-nutritive<\/strong>, so they won&#8217;t interfere with any diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please note that products that incorporate artificial sweeteners are often&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/artificial-sweeteners-sugar-free-but-at-what-cost-201207165030\" target=\"_blank\">marked<\/a>&nbsp;as sugar-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But don&#8217;t go too easy on the food. This is still a sweetener, so keep your usage to a minimum. The health dangers of too many artificial sweeteners have been <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8373935\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/8373935\/\" target=\"_blank\">linked<\/a> to the negative consequences of depression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may also harm your gut health by <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/sucralose-good-or-bad#gut-health\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/sucralose-good-or-bad#gut-health\" target=\"_blank\">inhibiting<\/a> the <strong>growth of beneficial<\/strong> bacteria, which can lead to an unbalanced stomach, resulting in gas and bloating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have added a YouTube video explaining more about artificial sweeteners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Absorption and Metabolism of Sugar Substitutes (Artificial Sweeteners) | Aspartame, Sucralose, Etc.\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/CCBcsNaep-g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption>Absorption and metabolism of artificial sweeteners.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-is-a-safer-choice\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_is_a_safer_choice\"><\/span>Which is a safer choice?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Artificial sweeteners are preferred over natural sweeteners.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When ingested in excess, both sugar and artificial sugar have significant side effects. Sugar, on the other hand, has a long history of being the source of most health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, artificial sweeteners are <strong>calorie-free <\/strong>and sweeter, so you won&#8217;t <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/how-can-an-artificial-swe\/#:~:text=Many%20sugar%20substitutes%2C%20such%20as,of%20adenosine%20triphosphate%2C%20or%20ATP.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.scientificamerican.com\/article\/how-can-an-artificial-swe\/#:~:text=Many%20sugar%20substitutes%2C%20such%20as,of%20adenosine%20triphosphate%2C%20or%20ATP.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">need<\/a> to use as much to have a pleasant flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar is the one known to cause a sugar crash, leaving you <a href=\"https:\/\/joinzoe.com\/post\/blood-sugar-crash#:~:text=So%20when%20you%20have%20low,that%20long%20since%20you%20ate.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/joinzoe.com\/post\/blood-sugar-crash#:~:text=So%20when%20you%20have%20low,that%20long%20since%20you%20ate.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exhausted<\/a> and with side effects such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Irritability<\/li><li>Anxiety<\/li><li>Headaches<\/li><li>Difficulty concentrating<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Artificial sweeteners are the greatest choice for satisfying your cravings if you have a sweet appetite and are concerned about your caloric consumption.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, it&#8217;s best to <strong>limit your consumption<\/strong> of both. Too much of anything can be harmful to one&#8217;s health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-sugar-free-energy-drinks-raise-cholesterol\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_sugar-free_energy_drinks_raise_cholesterol\"><\/span>Do sugar-free energy drinks raise cholesterol?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sugar-free energy drinks do not raise cholesterol.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <strong>Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)<\/strong>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cholesterol\/index.htm\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/cholesterol\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">nearly<\/a> one-third of all adults in the United States have high cholesterol as a result of excessive sugar consumption. This means that the presence of sugar is what causes cholesterol levels to rise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is preferable to <strong>avoid cholesterol<\/strong> because too much of it can put you at risk of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhsinform.scot\/illnesses-and-conditions\/blood-and-lymph\/high-cholesterol\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.nhsinform.scot\/illnesses-and-conditions\/blood-and-lymph\/high-cholesterol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">having<\/a> a heart attack or stroke.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cholesterol levels are unlikely to rise in the absence of sugar because there is no sugar to contribute to it. This means that <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> energy drinks are still a good choice if you want to avoid high cholesterol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"do-sugar-free-energy-drinks-help-you-lose-weight\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_sugar-free_energy_drinks_help_you_lose_weight\"><\/span>Do sugar-free energy drinks help you lose weight?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sugar-free energy drinks may help you to lose weight.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because sugar is replaced with artificial sweeteners that have <strong>no calories<\/strong>, they will not contribute to weight gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar frequently contains calories and carbohydrates, which, despite <strong>providing energy,<\/strong> are both known contributors to weight gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Artificial sweeteners, on the other hand, can contribute to weight gain. Sugar deficiency can alter the way you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/news\/20040630\/artificial-sweeteners-damage-diet-efforts\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/news\/20040630\/artificial-sweeteners-damage-diet-efforts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">metabolize<\/a> sugar. This causes your body to store <strong>more calories<\/strong> as fat and use fewer as energy, causing you to feel hungry and crave more, resulting in weight gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Weight loss, in any case, is dependent on a <strong>well-balanced<\/strong> diet and consistent physical activity, not something you leave to sugar-free drinks to do the work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/lose-weight-gc9dae7960_1280-1.jpg\" alt=\"Weight loss.\" class=\"wp-image-29505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/lose-weight-gc9dae7960_1280-1.jpg 1250w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/lose-weight-gc9dae7960_1280-1-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/lose-weight-gc9dae7960_1280-1-768x415.jpg 768w, https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/lose-weight-gc9dae7960_1280-1-150x81.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1250px) 100vw, 1250px\" \/><figcaption>Sugar-free energy drinks are a good choice for consumption during a strict diet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"best-sugar-free-energy-drinks\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Sugar-Free_Energy_Drinks\"><\/span>Best Sugar-Free Energy Drinks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The best drink powders contain a <strong>reasonable amount<\/strong> of caffeine, calories, and, of course, are sugar-free. If you are unable to consume diet drinks, artificial sweeteners can be used as a substitute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Powdered energy drinks are <strong>easy to transport<\/strong> because they come in sachets and, in some cases, tubs. The drinks come in a variety of flavors and are mostly sugar-free, so you don&#8217;t have to worry about calories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These powdered drinks range in price from <strong>$1 per sachet<\/strong> to <strong>$39.99 per tub<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have added a table below to show the top four sugar-free energy drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Brands<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Sugar-Free<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Artificial Sweeteners<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/category\/powders\/rogue\/\" data-type=\"URL\">Rogue Energy<\/a><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Sucralose<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/category\/powders\/zipfizz\/\">Zipfizz<\/a><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Xylitol and Sucralose<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/category\/powders\/g-fuel\/\" data-type=\"URL\">G Fuel<\/a><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Acesulfame K and Sucralose<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/category\/powders\/ghost-gamer\/\">Ghost Gamer<\/a><\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Sucralose<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>A list of sugar-free powdered energy beverages with artificial sweeteners.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>All the energy drinks mentioned above are devoid of sugar and use artificial sweeteners. They can provide you with a necessary boost in energy without adding up extra weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rogue-energy\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rogue_Energy\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/rogue-energy-review\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/rogue-energy-review\/\">Rogue Energy<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>first choice<\/strong> on this list is Rogue Energy. Of course, it&#8217;s sugar-free. Sucralose is used in place of sugar, so you still get the sweetness you crave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It contains <strong>175mg<\/strong> of caffeine, which is a <strong>good alternative<\/strong> to sugar. It comes in <strong>13 different flavors<\/strong> and is available in sachets and tubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rogue&#8217;s price ranges from <strong>$32.99<\/strong> for a tub to less than <strong>$1 <\/strong>for a single sachet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"zipfizz\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zipfizz\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/zipfizz-review\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/zipfizz-review\/\">Zipfizz<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Zipfizz is another great <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> energy drink powder. Instead of sugar, it uses artificial sweeteners such as Xylitol and Sucralose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Zipfizz-Flavors-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ten tubes of different flavors of Zipfizz.\" width=\"1250\"\/><figcaption>Assorted flavors of Zipfizz Energy.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It has <strong>100mg<\/strong> of caffeine per serving, which is a good amount if you plan on having another serving later on. It comes in tubes and has about <strong>14 different<\/strong> flavors with a fruity theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This drink already has <strong>20 calories<\/strong> per serving, which isn&#8217;t much, but if you&#8217;re eating a lot of calories, you might want to reconsider your decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zipfizz Energy is the most expensive on this list, with a pack of tubes costing <strong>$37.99<\/strong>, or about <strong>$2<\/strong> per serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"g-fuel-powder\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"G_Fuel_Powder\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/g-fuel-review\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/g-fuel-review\/\">G Fuel Powder<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>G Fuel is an excellent powder energy drink that contains <strong>150mg<\/strong> of caffeine per serving. Of course, it&#8217;s <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> and <strong>calorie-free<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sucralose<\/strong> and <strong>acesulfame K<\/strong> are artificial sweeteners used by the brand to maintain the sweetness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It comes in tubs and sachets and is available in <strong>40 different flavors<\/strong>. This has a lot of flavor options and a tasty taste. Its prices range from <strong>$35.99<\/strong> for a tub to <strong>$2 for a sachet (a little more than $1<\/strong>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ghost-gamer\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ghost_Gamer\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/ghost-gamer-energy-drink-review\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/ghost-gamer-energy-drink-review\/\">Ghost Gamer<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Screenshot_10-1-1.png\" alt=\"A tub that includes the blue raspberry flavor of Ghost Gamer.\"\/><figcaption>A tub enclosing Ghost Gamer&#8217;s blue raspberry flavor.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ghost Gamer is yet another <strong>sugar-free<\/strong> energy drink that replaces sugar with sucralose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a potent energy drink with <strong>150mg<\/strong> of caffeine. There are currently only seven flavors of Ghost Gamer, which can be a problem if you&#8217;re picky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of availability and pricing, it is available in sachets and tubs, with prices ranging from <strong>$1 to<\/strong> <strong>$39.99<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sugar-free energy drink powders do not result in weight gain.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They can keep you from experiencing a sugar crash and from developing health issues as a result of sugar consumption. They can be a good substitute for sugary drinks that can lead to an excess of sugar consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>It&#8217;s important to note that this restriction applies not only to what you drink but also to what you eat in a day, making it a little more difficult to keep track of your intake.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar-free energy drink powders are an <strong>excellent choice<\/strong> if you want to reduce your sugar intake in order to maintain your weight and calorie intake or to avoid any health concerns. They won&#8217;t cause blood sugar spikes or sugar crashes, and they&#8217;ll still taste good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"relevant-articles\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Relevant_Articles\"><\/span>Relevant Articles:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/what-energy-drink-powders-have-the-most-caffeine\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/what-energy-drink-powders-have-the-most-caffeine\/\">What Energy Drink Powders Have The Most Caffeine?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/do-energy-drink-powders-suppress-your-appetite\/\">Do Energy Drink Powders Suppress Your Appetite?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/why-do-energy-drinks-make-me-tired\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/powderinsider.com\/why-do-energy-drinks-make-me-tired\/\">Why Do Energy Drinks Make Me Tired?<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many people are made to believe that energy drinks can help them lose weight. 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