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Churchil Calories
Soda with lime and salt
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Churchil (250 g) has 45 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 17.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Churchil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
45
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Churchil nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 425 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Churchil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 45 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 90 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Churchil
What is Churchil drink made of?
Churchil is a Turkish sparkling drink made with plain mineral water, lemon juice and salt. It is usually served cold and is not the same as a sweet, flavored soda.
How do you make Churchil at home?
To make Churchil, add lemon juice and a little salt to a glass, then slowly pour in plain sparkling mineral water. Stir gently so the bubbles do not overflow, and serve it cold.
Is Churchil the same as sparkling water with lemon?
Not quite: Churchil is sparkling water with both lemon juice and salt, so its defining taste is salty as well as tart. Plain sparkling water with lemon leaves out the salt.
Why is salt added to Churchil?
Salt gives Churchil its characteristic savory edge and balances the lemon’s sharpness. It is a flavor choice, not a required ingredient for hydration; adding more also increases the drink’s sodium content.
Where did Churchil drink originate?
Churchil is associated with Turkey, where it is commonly made with mineral water, lemon and salt. Its exact origin is not firmly established, so specific claims about who invented it should be treated cautiously.
Can Churchil help with a hangover?
No, Churchil does not cure a hangover or reverse alcohol’s effects. It provides fluid, but there is no good evidence that its lemon and salt relieve hangover symptoms; time and avoiding more alcohol matter most.
Can Churchil replace a sports drink after exercise?
Usually not after a long or intense workout: Churchil supplies fluid and some sodium but lacks the carbohydrate commonly used to fuel recovery. For a short, light session, water and a meal are generally enough.
Does Churchil raise blood pressure?
It can contribute to higher sodium intake because salt is added to Churchil, which matters for people managing high blood pressure. Make it with little or no salt, and follow your clinician’s advice if you have a sodium restriction.
Can Churchil cause bloating or heartburn?
Yes, Churchil may trigger bloating or heartburn in some people. Its carbonation can cause gas, while lemon’s acidity may aggravate reflux; choose still water if you notice symptoms after drinking it.
Is Churchil alcoholic?
No, traditional Churchil is non-alcoholic. It is a mixture of sparkling mineral water, lemon juice and salt; an alcoholic drink would be a different recipe, not the classic Turkish beverage.
Churchil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
17.5mg · 19% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
425mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
18mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Churchil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Churchil
To burn the 45 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Churchil?
Churchil is a Turkish sparkling drink made with lemon juice, salt and chilled sparkling water. It is easy to mix at home: squeeze lemon into a glass, add a little salt, then top it up with bubbles. Recipes vary, and some use plain carbonated water rather than mineral water.
Its sharp citrus flavour and savoury saltiness balance the fizzy texture. In Turkey, it is commonly served cold alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink in warm weather; elsewhere, it can be made to order wherever sparkling water and lemons are handy. It is mostly water, with no protein or fat, and provides 18 calories per 100 g. Start with just a pinch of salt and adjust to taste.
How Nutritious Is Churchil?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Churchil Processed?
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.
Does Churchil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Churchil Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Churchil Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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