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Does sparkling water break a fast?

96
/ 100
Fast-safe

Usually fine if unsweetened

0 kcal

Yes - fasting-safehigh confidenceClean-fasting principle
Decision

Yes - fasting-safe. Unsweetened sparkling water does not add calories. Flavored versions should be zero sugar.

Reason

Unsweetened sparkling water does not add calories. Flavored versions should be zero sugar.

Evidence

Unsweetened carbonated water is calorie-free; carbonation itself does not break a fast. Only flavored or sweetened versions add anything.

How we calculate this value

Base tier: 92/100 for "Fast-safe". Item adjustment: +4 points for calories, nutrient signal, product variability, and safety caution. Final Fast Score: 96/100.

What to do

Check the label for calories, sugar, juice, or sweet cream additives.

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The Fast Score is an editorial estimate of clean-fast strictness, not medical advice. Goals vary — if you fast for glucose, appetite, or medical reasons, follow your clinician.