Calorie comparison
Orange vs Protein Shake
Per 100 grams, orange is the lighter choice by 5 calories, while protein shake delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Orange | Protein Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 47 | 52 |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 8 g |
| Carbs | 12 g | 4 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g | 1 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍊 Orange
1 medium (131 g)
62 cal
1.2 g protein · 15.7 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
🥤 Protein Shake
1 scoop in water (350 g)
182 cal
28 g protein · 14 g carbs · 3.5 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, orange or protein shake?
Per 100 g, orange has 47 calories and protein shake has 52. Orange is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, orange or protein shake?
Orange has 0.9 g of protein per 100 g; protein shake has 8 g. Protein Shake wins on protein.
Is orange or protein shake better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward orange — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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