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Cumin water Calories
Cumin water
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Cumin water (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cumin water Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 22% · Fat 0%
Cumin water nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 Cumin water?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cumin water
What are the benefits of cumin water?
Cumin water is a lightly flavored drink, but it has no established benefit as a treatment for a health condition. Claims that it detoxes the body or cures digestive problems are not supported by good evidence.
How do you make cumin water?
To make cumin water, steep cumin seeds in hot water, then strain them out. Lightly crushing the seeds first releases more flavor; you can drink the infusion warm or let it cool.
Does cumin water help with weight loss?
No, cumin water does not cause weight loss or burn fat on its own. Unsweetened cumin water can replace a sugary drink, but it has no special slimming effect.
When should you drink cumin water?
There is no proven best time to drink cumin water. Have it whenever you enjoy its flavor; drinking it before meals is not known to produce a special health or weight-loss effect.
Can cumin water help with bloating?
Cumin water may feel soothing to some people after a meal, but it is not a proven treatment for bloating. Persistent or severe bloating needs more than relying on a flavored drink.
Can you drink cumin water every day?
Yes, most people can drink ordinary amounts of cumin water daily. Making it very concentrated or drinking excessive amounts is unnecessary, and cumin may upset the stomach in some people.
What are the side effects of cumin water?
Cumin water is usually tolerated as a mild infusion, but it may cause stomach discomfort or an allergic reaction in some people. Stop drinking it if you notice a reaction.
Can you make cumin water with cold water?
Yes, cumin water can be made with cold water, but the flavor takes longer to infuse than it does in hot water. Refrigerate the covered mixture while it steeps, then strain the seeds.
Is cumin water the same as cumin tea?
Cumin water and cumin tea usually refer to the same kind of drink: cumin seeds infused in water. The names vary, and recipes differ in whether the seeds are steeped or briefly simmered.
Is cumin water safe during pregnancy?
A mild cumin-water infusion is different from concentrated cumin supplements, and pregnancy safety can depend on how much you use. Ask your prenatal clinician before making it a regular drink or using concentrated preparations.
Cumin water Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
2.4µg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.24mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
17mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.24mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
14mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
Cumin water Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Cumin water
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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 Cumin water?
Cumin water is made by steeping or briefly simmering cumin seeds in water, then straining them out. It is especially familiar in South Asian food traditions, where it may be served as a simple, lightly spiced drink; it is also easy to prepare at home wherever cumin is used in cooking.
Its flavour is earthy, warm and gently bitter, and it can be sipped hot or chilled. In South Asian homes it may accompany a meal, while elsewhere it works as a fragrant alternative to plain water or tea. It is mostly water and very low in energy. Use fewer seeds for a milder cup, or add a little lemon if you prefer a brighter taste.
How Nutritious Is Cumin water?
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 Cumin water 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 Cumin water Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Cumin water Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Cumin water Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.