Dextro Energy dextrose cubes® Blueberry + Vitamin C

The Dextro Energy Traubenzuckerwürfel® Blueberry + Vitamin C (Dextro Energy Blueberry) combine the taste of blueberry with fast-acting carbohydrates in the form of dextrose, plus vitamin C. Eight individually wrapped tablets come in a 46-gram pack.

Features and details

• Flavor: blueberry
• With vitamin C
• Gluten-free and vegan
• 8 individually wrapped tablets per pack
• Net quantity: 46 g

Everyday use

There are no special consumption instructions, but you should not exceed the recommended daily amount. Store the cubes in a cool place (6 to 25 °C), protected from light and out of the reach of kids.

Ingredients

Dextrose (88%), maltodextrin, acidifier (citric acid), natural flavoring, anti-caking agent (magnesium salts of fatty acids), vitamin C.

Nutrition facts

Frequently asked questions

What is Dextro Energy or dextrose?

Dextro Energy is a brand of dextrose, which is listed as dextrose in the ingredients list. The Blueberry + Vitamin C dextrose cubes are individually wrapped dextrose tablets, with dextrose as the main ingredient at 88%.

How many calories, carbohydrates and how much sugar does Dextro Energy Traubenzuckerwürfel® Blueberry + Vitamin C contain?

Per 100 g, the Traubenzuckerwürfel® Blueberry + Vitamin C contain 1559 kJ / 367 kcal, 90 g of carbohydrates, of which 81 g are sugars, and 120 mg of vitamin C. A 46 g pack contains 8 individually wrapped tablets.

How many bread units (BE) does one tablet or one lozenge contain?

Based on the values on the label, one tablet contains around 0.4 BE: The 46 g in the pack are divided among 8 tablets, so each tablet weighs 5.75 g and contains around 5.2 g of carbohydrates, based on 1 BE = 12 g of carbohydrates. This is a calculation based on the nutrition facts and is not a manufacturer's statement.

Are Dextro Energy Traubenzuckerwürfel® Blueberry + Vitamin C vegan and gluten-free?

Yes, according to the product information, the Blueberry + Vitamin C dextrose cubes are gluten-free and vegan.

How should I store Dextro Energy Traubenzuckerwürfel® Blueberry + Vitamin C, and how long does it last?

Store the cubes in a cool place at 6 to 25 °C, protected from light and out of the reach of kids. The best-before date on the pack indicates how long they can be kept.

How much dextrose should you take for hypoglycemia?

For mild hypoglycemia, as a guideline for blood glucose levels below 70 mg/dl (3.9 mmol/l), the diabetes information portal diabinfo recommends 10 to 20 g of glucose, for example 2 to 4 dextrose lozenges or about 1 glass of fruit juice. After 15 minutes, blood glucose should be measured again; if levels remain low, take glucose again, followed by a meal or snack. In the event of unconsciousness: call emergency services at 112 immediately. Talk to your diabetes care team about your personal amount.

How quickly does dextrose work, and how long does the effect last?

The diabetes information portal diabinfo recommends measuring blood glucose 15 minutes after taking glucose for hypoglycemia and taking glucose again if levels remain low. After successful treatment, have a meal or snack. Talk to your diabetes care team about your personal approach.

How much dextrose per day is okay?

The German Nutrition Society, the German Obesity Society and the German Diabetes Association recommend getting less than 10% of daily energy intake from free sugars. For the Blueberry + Vitamin C dextrose cubes, Dextro Energy recommends consuming 3 tablets (approx. 17.25 g), spread throughout the day as needed.

Goes well with

You can find more varieties among the dextrose cubes and in the overview dextrose for snacking. Find out what you should have readily available when you're on the go in case of hypoglycemia in the guide The HypoBox, your lifesaver during hypoglycemia.

From the same range: Dextro Energy Gums Cherry and Sodium and Dextro Energy Traubenzuckerwürfel WakeUp® Cherry + Caffeine. Frequently bought together: Dextro Energy Schulstoff Forest Fruit.