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Vanilla Bean
Vanilla Bean by GU provides 313 kcal per 100 g, with 21.9 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Energy gel category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 packet (32g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 313 kcal | 100 kcal | 229 +36% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.4 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.4 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 68.8 g | 22 g | 8% | 51.2 +34% |
| Total sugars | 21.9 g | 7 g | 22.8 | |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.2 g | 0.6 −23% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 16 Energy gel products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other energy gel
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Ingredients
MALTODEXTRIN, WATER, FRUCTOSE, L-LEUCINE, POTASSIUM CITRATE, SODIUM CITRATE, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CARBONATE, L-VALINE, SEA SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, GREEN TEA (LEAF) EXTRACT (CONTAINS CAFFEINE), GELLAN GUM, L-ISOLEUCINE, SUNFLOWER OIL, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE)
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 packet (32g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0769493100023
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Vanilla Bean?
Vanilla Bean contains 313 kcal per 100 g and about 100 kcal per serving (1 packet (32g)).
How much sugar is in Vanilla Bean?
Vanilla Bean has 21.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Vanilla Bean healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 8, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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