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Carrot-based detox drink, usually made with fresh carrot juice and sometimes lemon or ginger.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Carrot detox (240 g) has 86 calories. That works out to 36 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.7 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 1656 µg of Vitamin A covers 184% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 43 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
86
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
19.7g
· 7% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 8% · Fat 2%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 86 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 86 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 36 calories per 100 g.
No, carrot detox does not have a special toxin-cleansing effect. Your liver and kidneys handle waste removal; the drink is simply one way to consume carrots, often with lemon or ginger for flavor.
Wash fresh carrots, juice them, and add lemon or a little ginger if you like. Drink the carrot detox soon after making it for the freshest flavor, rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Not by itself; carrot detox does not burn body fat. Replacing a sugary drink with it may reduce overall energy intake, but juice is generally less filling than eating whole carrots because much of the fiber is removed.
A carrot smoothie usually retains more of the carrot’s fiber, while juicing separates out much of the pulp. Choose a smoothie if you want a thicker drink that may keep you fuller for longer.
Yes, you can drink carrot detox on an empty stomach, but there is no proven extra detox or fat-burning benefit. If the acidity from lemon bothers your stomach, have it with food or leave the lemon out.
Yes, it can be part of a varied diet, but there is no need to drink it daily. Include whole vegetables too, since eating carrots rather than juicing them provides more fiber.
Keep carrot detox in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it as soon as practical, ideally the same day. Fresh juice can lose flavor and some nutrients as it sits, so do not leave it out for long.
Yes, consuming very large amounts of carrots or carrot juice can cause a harmless orange tint from beta-carotene building up in the skin. It often shows on the palms and fades gradually after you cut back.
It can affect blood sugar because carrot detox contains naturally occurring carbohydrates, and juicing removes much of the fiber that slows digestion. Pairing it with food may help avoid having the juice on its own.
No, carrot detox is not a balanced meal and may not provide enough protein, fat, or lasting fullness. Have it alongside a meal or snack rather than relying on it as a meal replacement.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
1656µg · 184% DV
Vitamin K
31.2µg · 26% DV
Vitamin C
16.8mg · 19% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
576mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.24mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 86 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Carrot detox is a drink made mainly from fresh carrot juice, sometimes blended with lemon or ginger. Despite the name, “detox” describes the style of drink rather than a special cleansing effect.
Its flavour is naturally sweet and earthy; lemon makes it brighter, while ginger adds a gentle warmth. It can be served chilled at breakfast or as a light refreshment, on its own or alongside a simple meal. The drink is low in protein and fat, and provides 1.1 g of fibre per 100 g. For more fibre, eat a whole carrot alongside it, or blend the carrot rather than straining it; skip added sugar if you prefer a less sweet drink.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.