SnackSwapperThe honest verdict
Is Monster Energy Actually Healthy?
A full Monster is 54g of sugar and about 160mg of caffeine in one sitting, which is candy-bar sugar levels twice over plus two coffees. Daily Monsters are one of the most expensive habits in the store, for your wallet and your bloodwork. The caffeine is replaceable; the sugar doesn't need replacing at all.
The numbers, per 1 can (16 fl oz)
| Calories | 210 |
| Protein | 0g |
| Sugar | 54g |
| Carbs | 55g |
| Fat | 0g |
| Fiber | 0g |
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#1
Zevia
Zero Sugar Energy Drink
About 120mg of caffeine from a short stevia-sweetened ingredient list, zero sugar.
See the numbers| Per serving | Swap | Monster Energy |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0g | 54g |
| Calories | 0 | 210 |
- big-can energy
- 0g sugar vs 54g
#2
RISE Brewing Co.
Nitro Cold Brew Coffee - Original Black
Nitrogen-smooth black cold brew: serious caffeine, zero sugar, one ingredient that matters.
See the numbers| Per serving | Swap | Monster Energy |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0g | 54g |
| Calories | 10 | 210 |
- serious caffeine
- 0g sugar vs 54g