Jamba Juice "Make It Light"- any thoughts?

saracatherine89
saracatherine89 Posts: 291 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Hi everyone,

Sometimes I like to get a Jamba Juice for my lunch on hot days like today. I was looking at the menu online to decided what I want, and saw that they have a new "Make it Light" feature where you can get it with 1/3 less calories. Has anyone tried this? What makes it a 'light' smoothie? Does it taste okay? I am not a fan of 'light' or 'diet' things usually so I was wondering what people thought.

Thanks!

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  • IveLanded
    IveLanded Posts: 797 Member
    I'd look up and see if they are replacing regular things with something like splenda or another artificial sweetener.

    Honestly, for me Jamba is just for if I'm in a super hurry when I'm out or an occasional treat. They are really high in sugar. BUT they do have a few smoothies (the fruit and veggie ones come to mind) that, if you get the 16oz, they are pretty low calorie anyways (under 200). I add a couple protein boosts and it's a decent meal on the go. You don't really need to "go light" unless you're in super danger of going over calories really. :)
  • Jalyst79
    Jalyst79 Posts: 50 Member
    They make frozen ones that you can buy in the freezer section, just add an a cup of apple juice. They aren't too bad. You can save some money and calories and get the frozen ones.
  • jofjltncb6
    jofjltncb6 Posts: 34,415 Member
    No.

    Next question?
  • jyohio
    jyohio Posts: 3
    I have been look for facts on thier drinks, can't seem to find any, would of thought they would have it on thier website
  • Cindylou321
    Cindylou321 Posts: 66
    love Jamba Juice
  • sweetNsassy2584
    sweetNsassy2584 Posts: 515 Member
    There nutrition facts are posted on there website and on there menu. They have light smoothies that are delicious! I love the strawberry nirvana. And yes, they do add splenda to some of them but who really cares? Treat yourself once in awhile :)
  • elcieloesazul
    elcieloesazul Posts: 448 Member
    The nutrition facts are online: http://www.jambajuice.com/component/nutfacts

    I drank one as a meal replacement after my mouth was numbed at the dentist. It was good--it does taste "lighter," though.
  • Bug207
    Bug207 Posts: 58 Member
    I used to work at Jamba Juice. Honestly, their "light" smoothies aren't really that great. If you want a lower calorie and healthier option, ask them to make you your own smoothie with soy milk or a juice base, 1 scoop non fat yogurt, and fruit. There's no need for the splenda added sweetened smoothies... the fruit does it for you!

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