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A water-diluted drink made with ginger, lemon and vinegar; contains no added sugar.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink (250 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 5 mg of Vitamin C covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
8
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 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 | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 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) | 250 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 125 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 6 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 375 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Mix water with fresh lemon juice, grated or sliced ginger, and a small amount of vinegar to make a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink. Taste it before serving and add more water if the vinegar or lemon tastes too sharp.
No, a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can be a low-calorie alternative to sugary drinks, but weight change comes from overall eating and activity patterns, not a special vinegar mixture.
Yes, most adults can have a diluted Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink in moderation, but daily use has no proven special health benefit. Its acidity may bother your stomach or teeth, so stop if it causes discomfort.
No, apple cider vinegar is not required for a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink. Apple cider or other food-grade vinegar can work; choose a flavor you enjoy and dilute it well rather than drinking vinegar straight.
There is no strong evidence that a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink improves digestion for everyone. Ginger may ease some types of nausea, but the acidic lemon and vinegar can aggravate heartburn or stomach irritation in some people.
Yes, frequent exposure to its lemon and vinegar acids can wear down tooth enamel, especially if the drink is undiluted. Dilute it, avoid sipping it over a long period, rinse with plain water afterward, and wait before brushing.
Usually, yes, but drinking a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink on an empty stomach is not proven to make it more effective. Its acidity may trigger nausea or heartburn; have it with food or avoid it if that happens.
Keep a homemade Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink covered in the refrigerator and use it promptly, ideally the day you make it. Fresh lemon and ginger can affect its quality, so do not leave it sitting at room temperature.
Yes, a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink can break a fast, particularly one that permits only water, because it contains lemon and ginger. Fasting rules differ, so whether it fits a particular fasting routine depends on that routine.
It may feel soothing to some people, but a Ginger Lemon Vinegar Drink is not a proven treatment for a sore throat. Its acidity can sting an irritated throat, so stop drinking it if it worsens the discomfort.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
5mg · 6% DV
B6
0.03mg · 2% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.25µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
3.75mg · 1% DV
Sodium
5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 8 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 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.
Ginger lemon vinegar drink is a water-based mixture flavoured with ginger, lemon and vinegar, with no added sugar. It is not tied to one standard recipe: homemade versions vary in how much of each ingredient is used and whether the ginger is steeped or blended in.
Its flavour is tart and sharp, with a warming note from the ginger. It can be served chilled or at room temperature, in a small glass alongside a meal or between meals; add more water if the vinegar and citrus taste too strong. The drink is mostly water and very low in energy, at 3 calories per 100 g. It suits anyone looking for a light, unsweetened drink, and goes well with food when diluted to taste.
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
— 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.