For Beverages, the underlying question is always the same — does the saturated fat and processing profile hold up?
From our analysis, Beverages is where generic advice breaks down — which is exactly why we built this database.
In Beverages, 181 foods are rated Recommended. These foods have low saturated fat and no added sugars. The AASLD 2023 uses saturated fat percentage, added sugar, processing level, and carb type as criteria within the Mediterranean diet framework. Top examples: Beverages, Protein Powder Whey Base, Beverages, Whey Protein Powder Isol, Beverages, Protein Powder Soy Based, Beverages, Nutritional Shake Mix, H, Beverages, Abbott, Eas Soy Protein .
Why are some beverages recommended?
These 181 foods have low saturated fat and no added sugars. The AASLD 2023 uses saturated fat, added sugar, processing, and carb type as criteria.
Examples of recommended beverages foods?
Examples: Beverages, Protein Powder Whey Base, Beverages, Whey Protein Powder Isol, Beverages, Protein Powder Soy Based, Beverages, Nutritional Shake Mix, H, Beverages, Abbott, Eas Soy Protein . Browse the food database for complete nutrition data and individual verdicts.
Can cooking change the rating?
Yes. Frying or heavy sauces can downgrade a food, while steaming or baking maintains or improves standing. The Mediterranean diet recommends olive oil.
Dietary reference only. Not medical advice. Not medical advice. Data: USDA. Guidelines: AASLD 2023.
Of the 367 foods in the Beverages group, 181 fall into the Recommended tier. On average, this tier runs about 2.2g protein and 0.5g fat per 100g, with saturated fat at roughly 4% of total fat. Representative entries include Beverages, Fruit-flavored Drink, Dry Powdered and Beverages, Fruit-flavored Drink, Powder, with.
These 181 foods clear the engine's thresholds on saturated fat, added sugar, and processing, which is why they sit in the Recommended tier rather than lower.