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Low-calorie herbal drink; may provide vitamin C and polyphenols
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hibiscus detox drink (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 14.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 96% · Protein 4% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (quarter) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Make a hibiscus detox drink by steeping dried hibiscus flowers in hot water, then chilling the infusion. Add lemon, mint, or cucumber for flavour; leaving out sugar keeps it light. The “detox” label does not mean it removes toxins from the body.
No, a hibiscus detox drink has not been shown to flush toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste removal; hibiscus makes a tart, colourful infusion, but the word “detox” is a marketing description rather than a proven effect.
A hibiscus detox drink does not cause weight loss by itself. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but it does not burn body fat or guarantee weight loss.
A hibiscus detox drink may modestly lower blood pressure, based on research on hibiscus. If you take blood-pressure medicine or already have low blood pressure, ask a healthcare professional before drinking it regularly.
A hibiscus detox drink is usually chilled hibiscus tea, sometimes mixed with lemon, fruit, or herbs. The “detox” name does not give it a proven cleansing effect that plain hibiscus tea lacks.
A hibiscus detox drink made only with hibiscus is naturally caffeine-free. Bottled versions or tea blends may include black or green tea, so check the ingredients if you are avoiding caffeine.
A hibiscus detox drink tastes tart because hibiscus flowers contain naturally acidic compounds. Add citrus for a brighter flavour, or use a little fruit to soften the sourness without relying on lots of added sugar.
A hibiscus detox drink keeps for about 2–3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If you add fresh fruit or herbs, drink it sooner, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for a long time.
Many adults can enjoy a hibiscus detox drink regularly, but it is not necessary for detoxing or hydration. Keep it unsweetened, and use caution if you take blood-pressure medicine because hibiscus may affect blood pressure.
The safety of hibiscus detox drinks during pregnancy is not well established, so avoid regular or large amounts unless your clinician says otherwise. Hibiscus may also affect blood pressure and interact with some medicines.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.12mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 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.
Hibiscus detox drink is a ruby-red infusion made by steeping hibiscus calyces in water. Its tart, lightly fruity flavour works both hot and chilled; across regions where hibiscus drinks are popular, it may be served plain or with additions such as citrus or mint. The “detox” label is a name for the drink, not a promise that it cleanses the body.
It is naturally very low in calories when served without added sugar, making it a refreshing alternative to sweetened drinks. Enjoy it alongside breakfast or as an iced drink on a warm day; if you prefer a softer taste, dilute it with more water rather than adding much sweetener.
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.