How many carbs are in a Mountain Dew (12 oz can)?
A 12 oz (355ml) serving of Mountain Dew (12 oz can) contains 46g of total carbs (46g net carbs), 46g sugar, 170 calories, 0g protein, 0g fat and 0g fiber.
- Calories
- 170 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 46 g
- of which Sugars
- 46 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
- Net carbs
- 46 g
- Protein
- 0 g
- Fat
- 0 g
Mountain Dew (12 oz can) nutrition at a glance
Per 12 oz (355ml), Mountain Dew (12 oz can) delivers about 9% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 17% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 0% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 92% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 0% of the 50g protein reference.
Blood-sugar impact of Mountain Dew (12 oz can)
Most of the carbs here are simple sugars with little fiber to slow absorption — expect a relatively fast blood-sugar rise. Pair with protein or healthy fat to blunt the spike.
With 46g total carbs and 0g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 12 oz (355ml) serving works out to roughly 46g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Mountain Dew (12 oz can)
- Treat mountain dew (12 oz can) as your main carb source for the meal — skip additional bread, rice or pasta on the side.
- Split a full serving of mountain dew (12 oz can) into two smaller portions to keep post-meal glucose steadier.
- Pair mountain dew (12 oz can) with 20–30g of protein and some healthy fat to flatten the blood-sugar response.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mountain Dew (12 oz can) keto-friendly?
Not really. 46g net carbs per 12 oz (355ml) exceeds a full-day keto allowance for most people. It's a much better fit for a low-carb (100–150g/day) or balanced plan.
How many carbs in Mountain Dew (12 oz can) per 100 grams?
A 12 oz (355ml) serving of Mountain Dew (12 oz can) contains 46g carbs and 170 calories. Weigh your actual portion for a precise per-gram estimate.
How does Mountain Dew (12 oz can) affect blood sugar?
Most of the carbs here are simple sugars with little fiber to slow absorption — expect a relatively fast blood-sugar rise. Pair with protein or healthy fat to blunt the spike.
Is Mountain Dew (12 oz can) good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 170 calories with 0g protein and 0g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 0% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Mountain Dew (12 oz can) is best paired with a lean protein or vegetables so the meal keeps you full for longer.
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Open scannerSources & how these numbers are calculated
Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 12 oz (355ml) serving of Mountain Dew (12 oz can). Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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