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Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This product is primarily a source of readily available glucose, which provides quick energy. While fortified with calcium and Vitamin D, its very high sugar content makes it unsuitable for regular consumption by children, the intended audience.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Calcium Phosphates
- Vitamin D
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High in added sugar, fortified with calcium and Vitamin D
This product is almost entirely glucose, a simple sugar, providing quick energy. While it includes beneficial calcium and Vitamin D, its high sugar content is a significant nutritional concern, especially for children. It is best used sparingly rather than as a regular beverage.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 90 g per 100 g.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh added sugar content should be limited in the diets of young children, for dental health and to avoid establishing a preference for very sweet foods.
Other audiences
LimitThis product is almost entirely glucose (99.4%), which is a significant amount of added sugar. High sugar intake in children can contribute to dental problems and an increased risk of obesity and related health issues.
Why the score is capped
Very high added sugar
Rule F-CAP-01
What's good
Fortified with essential minerals (Calcium) and vitamins (Vitamin D) for bone health.
Watch out for
Very high added sugar content (99.4% Glucose) contributes significantly to daily sugar intake.
Primarily provides empty calories from sugar with limited other nutritional benefits.
Decode Label Analysis
This product is 99.4% glucose, making it a very high source of added sugar. High intake of added sugars, especially in children, is associated with increased risk of dental caries, weight gain, and other health issues.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The term 'Refreshing CLASSIC' is a subjective descriptor and cannot be objectively verified from the label information.
The product contains 99.4% glucose, which is a simple sugar known for providing quick energy.
Vitamin D is listed as an ingredient, and it is known to help boost immunity.
Calcium Phosphates are listed as an ingredient, and calcium is known to support bone health.
The ingredient list explicitly states Glucose (99.4%).
The primary ingredient is Glucose (99.4%), confirming it is a glucose-based beverage mix.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Glucose 99.4%Glucose (99.4%)
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Calcium Phosphates
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Vitamin D
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 360 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 90 g |
| Total Sugars | 90 g |
| Added Sugars | 90 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Calcium | 170 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic?
The label of Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic lists 3 ingredients, in label order: Glucose, Calcium Phosphates, Vitamin D. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic safe to eat?
Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This product is almost entirely glucose, a simple sugar, providing quick energy. While it includes beneficial calcium and Vitamin D, its high sugar content is a significant nutritional concern, especially for children. It is best used sparingly rather than as a regular beverage.
Why does Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic score 1.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Very high added sugar content (99.4% Glucose) contributes significantly to daily sugar intake. Primarily provides empty calories from sugar with limited other nutritional benefits.
Who should avoid Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Limiting added sugar intake; Managing blood sugar levels.
Is Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Is Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic high in sugar?
Yes — 90 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label declares 90 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 6 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Refreshing CLASSIC" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic vegetarian?
Glucose-D Instant Energy Refreshing Classic is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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