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Very low-calorie infused water with ginger flavor
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ginger detox water (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
To make ginger detox water, add thin slices of fresh ginger to water and let them infuse until the flavor is noticeable. Serve it cold or at room temperature, and remove the slices if you prefer a milder taste.
No, ginger detox water does not flush toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; this drink is simply water flavored with ginger, and “detox” is a marketing-style name rather than a proven effect.
Ginger detox water does not cause weight loss on its own. Replacing sweetened drinks with it can reduce overall energy intake, but the ginger-infused water does not burn fat or act as a weight-loss treatment.
Yes, most people can drink ginger detox water daily as a flavored beverage. Keep the ginger flavor comfortable for you, since a strong infusion may irritate the stomach or trigger heartburn in some people.
Yes, ginger detox water hydrates much like plain water because it is mostly water. It can make drinking fluids more appealing, but it does not replace the need to drink enough fluids throughout the day.
Keep ginger detox water in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a day for the freshest flavor. If you added lemon, cucumber, or herbs, discard it sooner if it becomes cloudy, fizzy, or smells unusual.
No, peeling ginger is not essential for ginger detox water. Scrub the root well under running water, then slice it; peel it if the skin is dry, damaged, or you want a cleaner-looking infusion.
Fresh ginger is usually better for ginger detox water because it infuses cleanly and is easy to remove. Powdered ginger can make the drink cloudy and gritty, though a small amount works if fresh ginger is unavailable.
Yes, you can drink ginger detox water before bed, and it contains no caffeine. Ginger may cause heartburn or stomach discomfort for some people, so avoid a strong infusion late at night if it affects your sleep.
Yes, you can make ginger detox water with hot water; steep sliced ginger, then drink it warm or let it cool. Hot water brings out the ginger’s flavor faster, while chilling the infusion gives it a milder, refreshing taste.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
B3
0.07mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Ginger detox water is water infused with slices of fresh ginger. It belongs to the modern infused-water trend rather than to a single traditional cuisine; lemon or other fresh additions are sometimes used for extra flavour. The word “detox” is a popular label, not a special property of the drink.
The infusion has a clean, gently spicy taste, with a stronger bite the longer the ginger steeps. It is usually served chilled or at room temperature, as a refreshing alternative to sweetened drinks alongside meals or throughout the day. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories, with 2 calories per 100 g. For a milder cup, remove the ginger after a short steep; add lemon if you prefer a brighter, sharper flavour.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.