Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration — product pack

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Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration

Veg status unverified beverage
4.5 Moderate

Decode Label Safety Score

Nutrition · 40% 7.0/10
Ingredient safety · 30% 10.0/10
Processing · 20% 2.0/10
Marketing · 10% 8.4/10
How we got 4.5 Show
Weighted score 7.0/10
Capped — Highly processed (NOVA); contains artificial sweeteners ≤ 4.5
Final score 4.5/10 · Moderate

Reviewed 3 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed

This beverage mix is primarily a source of electrolytes and quick energy from sugars, with added vitamins. While it can aid in rehydration, its high sugar content from fructose and maltodextrin, combined with the artificial sweetener sucralose, means it should be consumed in moderation, especially by children or individuals managing blood sugar levels. The presence of multiple sodium sources also contributes to the overall sodium intake.

At a glance

From the declared label — not a lab test

Findings to weigh

What’s favorable

  • Potassium chloride
  • Magnesium Carbonate
  • Ascorbic acid
  • Calcium Carbonate
  • Cyanocobalamin

Electrolyte drink with high sugar and artificial sweetener

This beverage mix provides electrolytes and quick energy, but contains a significant amount of added sugars (fructose, maltodextrin) and the artificial sweetener sucralose. While suitable for rehydration, its high sugar content means it should be consumed in moderation, particularly by children or those monitoring sugar intake. It also contributes to daily sodium intake.

Okay for: Healthy adults in moderation (for rehydration)
Concern breakdown What drives the score, concern by concern · score out of 10, higher = fewer concerns
Key risks: Highly processed (NOVA); contains artificial sweeteners Sodium carbonate

Concern breakdown

Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concerns

How 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.

Artificial Sweeteners Significant concern · 3.5/10
Artificial Flavours Significant concern · 3.5/10
Acidity & Dental Erosion Moderate concern · 4.5/10
Preservatives & Additives Moderate concern · 5.0/10
Hydration & Nutritional Value Minor concern · 7.0/10
Caffeine & Stimulant Load No concern identified · 8.0/10
Artificial Colours & Dyes No concern identified · 8.0/10
Added & Hidden Sugar No concern identified · 9.0/10
Empty Calories & Caloric Load No concern identified · 9.0/10

Toddlers & young children (1–5)

Limit

Contains high added sugar (fructose, maltodextrin) and the artificial sweetener sucralose, which may not be suitable for regular consumption by young children.

Why the score is capped

Highly processed (NOVA); contains artificial sweeteners

Rule F-CAP-09

What's good

Contains essential electrolytes (Potassium, Magnesium, Sodium) for rehydration

Fortified with Vitamin C and Vitamin B12

Uses natural food color

Watch out for

High in added sugars (Maltodextrin, Fructose)

Contains artificial sweetener (Sucralose)

Multiple sources of sodium contribute to overall sodium intake

Highly processed formulation (NOVA-4)

Orange Flavor — a flavoring blend. Flavor substances are FSSAI/JECFA-evaluated, and labelling rules permit them to be declared by category ("natural", "nature identical", "artificial") rather than by individual compound — so the specific substances used are usually not disclosed. That means someone avoiding artificial flavorings, or with a known sensitivity, cannot verify what is in it. Noted as a moderate, transparency-level concern rather than a hazard.

Ingredient Concerns safety database

Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.

Sodium Carbonate (E500)

Used as a leavening agent and acidity regulator. Contributes to total dietary sodium. Individuals on sodium-restricted diets (hypertension, kidney disease, heart failure) should account for sodium from all food additive sources, not just table salt.

Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI INS 500

Sodium Carbonate: regulation, sources and other products →

Decode Label Analysis

This product contains multiple sources of sodium (Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Chloride) which contribute to the overall sodium load. Individuals on sodium-restricted diets should be cautious.

Contains both added sugars (Maltodextrin, Fructose) and an artificial sweetener (Sucralose). This combination may not be ideal for individuals managing blood sugar or those who prefer to avoid artificial sweeteners.

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.

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"HEALTH SUPPLEMENT" Can't verify

This is a regulatory designation that cannot be checked from the ingredient list.

HEALTH SUPPLEMENT
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"HYDRATION & ENERGY" Can't verify

This is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts alone.

HYDRATION & ENERGY
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"DROP FIZZ DRINK" Can't verify

This describes the usage of the product and is not a verifiable claim about its composition.

DROP FIZZ DRINK
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"For 7yrs & above" Regulatory designation

This is the maker’s regulatory age/stage designation for the product — an ingredient list can’t confirm or deny it, so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.

For 7yrs & above
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"TECHNOLOGY" Can't verify

This is a general term and not a specific, verifiable claim about the product's composition or properties.

TECHNOLOGY
✓
"INSTANT ELECTROLYTES + VITAMINS" Checks out

The ingredients list includes electrolytes such as sodium bicarbonate, potassium chloride, sodium carbonate, sodium chloride, magnesium carbonate, and calcium carbonate, and vitamins such as ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) and cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12).

Sodium Bicarbonate Potassium chloride Sodium carbonate Sodium Chloride
✓
"flavour orange" Checks out

The ingredients list 'Orange Flavor'.

Orange Flavor
✓
"EFFERVESCENT" Checks out

The ingredients list sodium bicarbonate and citric acid, which are common effervescent agents.

Sodium Bicarbonate Citric Acid
✓
"Low Sugar" Checks out

The nutrition information states 0.72g of sugar per serving, which is a low amount.

sugar g 0.72
✓
"Instant Hydration" Checks out

The product contains electrolytes (sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, chloride) which are known to aid in hydration.

Sodium Bicarbonate Potassium chloride Sodium carbonate Sodium Chloride

Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.

18 entries as printed on the label · 16 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).

  • Maltodextrin within Diluent
    Diluent (Maltodextrin)
  • 1.
    Citric Acid
    Acidity regulator [INS 330]
  • 2.
    Fructose
  • 3.
    Sodium Bicarbonate
    Sodium bicarbonate
  • 4.
    Potassium Chloride
    Potassium chloride
  • 5.
    Malic Acid
    Acidity regulator [INS 296]
  • 6.
    Polyvinylpyrrolidone
    Stabilizer [INS 1202]
  • 7.
    Sodium Carbonate
    Sodium carbonate
  • 8.
    Sodium Chloride
    Sodium chloride
  • 9.
    Magnesium Carbonate
    Magnesium carbonate
  • 10.
    Orange Flavor
    Nature identical flavour (Orange)
  • 11.
    Ascorbic Acid
    Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
  • 12.
    Calcium Carbonate
    Calcium carbonate
  • 13.
    Natural Food Colour
    Natural food colour [INS 162]
  • 14.
    Sucralose
    Sweetener [INS 955]
  • 15.
    Natural Food Colour
    Natural food colour [INS 160a(ii)]
  • 16.
    Polyvinylpyrrolidone
    Stabilizer [INS 1201]
  • 17.
    Cyanocobalamin
    Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)

In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.

High in added sugar High in sodium
Nutrition (per serving) Serving: 1 tablet (4.1 g)
Energy 12.91 kcal
Protein 0.05 g
Carbohydrate 3.18 g
Total Sugars 0.72 g
Added Sugars 0.64 g
Total Fat 0 g
Sodium 180 mg
Elemental Potassium 77 mg
Elemental Magnesium 20 mg
Elemental Calcium 12.5 mg
Chloride 122.87 mg
Vitamin C 37.5 mg
Vitamin B12 1 mcg
Fructose 640 mg

Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), calculated from the declared serving — this label prints per-serving figures only.

What are the ingredients in Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration?

The label of Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Fructose, Sodium Bicarbonate, Potassium chloride, Malic Acid, Sodium carbonate, Sodium Chloride, Magnesium Carbonate, Orange Flavor, Ascorbic acid, Calcium Carbonate, Sucralose, Natural Food Colour, Polyvinylpyrrolidone, Cyanocobalamin. Flagged by the analysis: Sodium carbonate, Fructose, Orange Flavor, Sucralose.

Is Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration safe to eat?

Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration scores 4.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This beverage mix provides electrolytes and quick energy, but contains a significant amount of added sugars (fructose, maltodextrin) and the artificial sweetener sucralose. While suitable for rehydration, its high sugar content means it should be consumed in moderation, particularly by children or those monitoring sugar intake. It also contributes to daily sodium intake.

Why does Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration score 4.5/10?

Flagged in the score: High in added sugars (Maltodextrin, Fructose). Contains artificial sweetener (Sucralose). Also noted: Multiple sources of sodium contribute to overall sodium intake.

Who should avoid Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration?

The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Diabetes or blood sugar management; Sodium-restricted diets; Children (due to sugar and sucralose).

Is Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration suitable for babies or young children?

Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.

How much sugar is in Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration?

17.6 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 15.6 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.

Is Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration high in salt?

Yes — 4,390 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 10.98 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.

Are the claims on the Fast&Up Reload (5 Litres) Low Sugar energy drink for Instant Hydration pack accurate?

Decode Label checked 10 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "HEALTH SUPPLEMENT" — can't be verified from the label. "HYDRATION & ENERGY" — can't be verified from the label. "DROP FIZZ DRINK" — can't be verified from the label.

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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