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Low-calorie drink with ginger, lemon, and vinegar, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Detox drink (ginger, lemon, vinegar, warm water) (200 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 10 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.4 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 20 mg of Vitamin C covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
20
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
4.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 8% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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) | 200 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 330 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 50 kcal |
Calculated from 10 calories per 100 g.
No, the detox drink does not flush toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; this drink is simply a flavored way to take in fluids, not a cleanse or a substitute for those organs.
Mix warm water with lemon juice, ginger, and a small amount of food-grade vinegar. Stir and drink it diluted; adding more vinegar does not make the detox drink more effective and can make it harsher on your teeth and stomach.
No, the detox drink does not cause weight loss or burn body fat on its own. Replacing a sugary drink with it may reduce overall intake, but any benefit comes from that swap, not from a special detox effect.
Yes, most people can drink the detox drink on an empty stomach, but doing so has no proven detox or fat-burning advantage. If the lemon and vinegar bring on nausea or heartburn, have it with food or skip it.
Either apple cider vinegar or another food-grade vinegar can be used in the detox drink; neither has a proven special cleansing effect in this recipe. Never use cleaning vinegar, and keep the drink diluted.
Fresh ginger gives the detox drink a brighter, more pungent flavor, while ground ginger is convenient and blends easily. Either works; use a modest amount, since adding extra ginger does not make the drink detoxify your body.
Yes, you can drink the detox drink before bed, but it has no special sleep or overnight fat-burning effect. Its acidity may aggravate reflux when you lie down, so avoid it near bedtime if that happens to you.
Yes, frequent exposure to the lemon and vinegar in the detox drink can wear down tooth enamel. Drink it without prolonged sipping, rinse your mouth with plain water afterward, and wait before brushing your teeth.
Yes, the lemon and vinegar in the detox drink can trigger heartburn or stomach irritation in some people. If symptoms appear, stop drinking it or reduce the acidic ingredients rather than trying to push through the discomfort.
Keep the detox drink covered in the refrigerator and make only what you expect to use soon; it is best consumed the same day. Fresh lemon and ginger lose flavor over time, and the drink should not sit out for hours.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
20mg · 22% DV
B6
0.06mg · 4% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
16mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 20 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 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 is a simple mixture of warm water, ginger, lemon and vinegar, usually made at home rather than tied to a particular regional cuisine. Fresh ginger may be grated or sliced, while lemon juice and a small splash of vinegar give the drink its lively, tart character.
It is often sipped warm or at room temperature, sometimes in the morning or between meals, though it is not a traditional daily staple in most places. The flavour is sharp and refreshing, with a little heat from the ginger. It is low in calories, and the lemon contributes vitamin C. If the acidity feels too strong, use less vinegar and add more water; it also pairs well with a light breakfast.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.