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Low-calorie, refreshing, contains vitamin C
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Detox drink (celery stalk, ginger, lemon juice) (240 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.4 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 33.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
43
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
9.4g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 10% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% |
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 | 43 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 3 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 500 g | 90 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
Blend celery stalks, fresh ginger, lemon juice, and water to make this detox drink. Keep it unstrained for a thicker drink with more of the celery’s fiber, or strain it if you prefer a smoother texture.
No, this detox drink has not been shown to remove toxins from the body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; the drink is simply a refreshing way to have celery, ginger, and lemon.
This detox drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Choosing it instead of a sugary drink may reduce what you consume, but the drink has no special fat-burning or slimming effect.
No. This detox drink includes ginger and lemon juice, and it may be blended with water and left unstrained. Plain celery juice is made from celery alone and is usually extracted with a juicer.
Yes, most people can include this detox drink in their daily routine. Its lemon and ginger can bother people prone to heartburn, so reduce or avoid it if it reliably causes discomfort.
There is no proven benefit to drinking this detox drink on an empty stomach. You can have it with a meal or between meals; lemon and ginger may feel irritating if your stomach is sensitive.
Keep this detox drink covered in the refrigerator and drink it as soon as possible, preferably the same day. It can lose freshness while stored; stir or shake it before drinking because the ingredients may separate.
Yes, it can trigger heartburn in some people. Lemon juice is acidic, and ginger may also aggravate symptoms for some; stop drinking it or have a smaller amount if you notice discomfort.
Yes, you can drink this detox drink without straining it. Blending leaves more of the celery’s fiber in the glass, while straining makes the drink smoother but removes much of the pulp.
Yes, you can prepare this detox drink ahead, but it tastes freshest soon after blending. Store it covered in the refrigerator, not on the counter, and shake or stir it before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
33.6mg · 37% DV
Vitamin K
43.2µg · 36% DV
Folate
33.6µg · 8% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
456mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Calcium
58mg · 6% DV
Sodium
125mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 43 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Detox drink combines celery stalk, ginger and lemon juice in a sharp, refreshing beverage that is easy to make at home. It has become familiar in juice bars and homemade wellness recipes around the world. Despite its name, it should not be understood as a drink that cleanses or detoxifies the body.
The flavour is tangy and vegetal, with a warming note from the ginger; it is usually served chilled, either on its own or alongside breakfast or a light snack. Its calorie content is low, and the lemon juice contributes vitamin C. If the taste is too intense, dilute it with water; pair it with something more filling, such as yoghurt or nuts, when having it as a snack.
Medium
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
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.19g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.