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Fermented, probiotic, low-calorie, unsweetened, traditional Turkish beverage
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice (200 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 7 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.4 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
14
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
2.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 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 86% · Protein 14% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 1% |
| 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 | 14 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 500 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 1000 g | 70 kcal |
Calculated from 7 calories per 100 g.
Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice is a traditional Turkish fermented drink, typically made with black carrots, turnips, water and salt. Recipes and packaged formulas can differ, so the ingredient list on the bottle is the best source for this product’s exact ingredients.
Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice tastes tangy, salty and savory, with an earthy vegetable flavor from the black carrots and turnips. The spicy version also has a noticeable pepper kick, while the non-spicy version is milder.
No. Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice is a fermented Turkish drink usually made with black carrots and turnips; ordinary beet juice is pressed from beets and is not the same drink. The dark red color can make them look similar.
Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice is usually served cold, often alongside kebabs and other savory Turkish dishes. It can be poured into a glass as a drink or served in small portions with a meal; the spicy version adds extra heat.
It is fermented, but fermentation alone does not confirm how many live probiotic microorganisms remain in the bottled drink. Pasteurization and processing can affect live cultures, so look for a specific live-culture or probiotic statement for this product.
Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice can contain substantial salt because salt is commonly used in fermentation. Unsweetened does not mean low-sodium. If you are limiting sodium, check the bottle’s nutrition information and keep your serving modest.
Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice is spicy only if you choose its hot variety; the non-spicy version does not have the same pepper heat. Check the product description before buying, especially if you are sensitive to spicy foods.
Keep Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice tightly closed in the refrigerator after opening. Follow the bottle’s storage directions and use it within the stated period; discard it if its smell, appearance or taste changes noticeably.
Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice is sold as a non-alcoholic drink, not as an alcoholic beverage. Fermentation can produce trace amounts of alcohol, so anyone who needs to avoid even traces should check the product information.
You can include Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice regularly if you enjoy it, but its salt content is worth considering, especially if you drink large servings. People advised to restrict sodium should follow their clinician’s guidance.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4mg · 4% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.4µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Calcium
44mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
10mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 14 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Doğanay unsweetened turnip juice is a bottled version of şalgam, a traditional Turkish fermented drink made with dark purple carrots and turnips. Despite its English label, it is not simply juice pressed from turnips; fermentation gives it its characteristic tang, and this version has no added sugar.
It is usually served chilled, often alongside kebabs and other hearty meals in Turkey. You can also sip it with lunch or dinner as a savoury alternative to sweet drinks; spicy versions have a sharper kick. It is low in calories, with 7 calories per 100 g. Its savoury, salty edge pairs well with grilled foods, though a smaller serving may suit you if you are keeping an eye on salt.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not 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.