Why is Monster Ultra White classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

Products in NOVA 4 contain many industrial ingredients and undergo extensive formulation; Monster Ultra White includes artificial sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame‑K), preservatives (sorbic acid, benzoic acid), acidity regulators (citric acid, sodium citrate), flavorings and color‑free additives, which all place it in the ultra‑processed category.

Is the artificial sweetener sucralose in Monster Ultra White a concern for people with diabetes?

Sucralose is a non‑caloric sweetener that does not raise blood glucose, so it is generally considered safe for diabetics, although some studies suggest it may affect gut microbiota; overall, it provides sweetness without adding sugar or calories.

Based on its ingredient list, is Monster Ultra White suitable for vegan, keto, or gluten‑free diets?

Yes. All listed ingredients are plant‑derived or synthetic, containing no animal products, making it vegan; it has zero carbs and sugar, fitting keto guidelines; and it contains no gluten‑containing grains, so it is gluten‑free.

Monster Energy • 500 ml

Monster Ultra White

Beverages

Product Insights

Monster Ultra White is a carbonated, zero‑sugar energy drink from Monster Energy, classified in the artificially sweetened beverages group. It receives a Nutri‑Score of C and falls in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with multiple artificial sweeteners, preservatives and a modest amount of salt (0.2 g per 100 ml). While it offers virtually no sugar or calories and provides caffeine, taurine, guarana and B‑vitamins, it also contains synthetic additives such as sucralose, acesulfame‑K, sorbic and benzoic acids, which may be a concern for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

low

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal2 kcal

Fat0 g

Saturated Fat0 g

Carbohydrates0.9 g

Sugars0 g

Comparative Analysis

Unlike the typical soft drink, which averages 5.69 g of sugar, 1.04 g of fat and 1.06 g of salt per 100 ml, Monster Ultra White provides virtually no sugar or fat and only 0.2 g of salt while delivering caffeine, taurine and B‑vitamins.

Ingredients

Eau gazéifiée, acidifiant (acide citrique), taurine (0,4%), correcteur d'acidité (citrate de sodium), arômes, extrait de racine de ginseng (0,08%), édulcorants (sucralose, acésulfame-k), conservateurs (acide sorbique, acide benzoïque), caféine (0,02%), l-tartrate de l-carnitine (0,015%), vitamines (b3, b5, b6, b12), chlorure de sodium, d-glucuronolactone, extrait de graine de guarana (0,002%), inositol.

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