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Low-calorie hot infusion with ginger, cinnamon, cumin and lemon
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hot water with ginger, cinnamon, cumin and lemon (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% 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 89% · Protein 11% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| 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 | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 12 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
No, it does not cause weight loss on its own. Replacing a sugary drink with it may reduce your overall intake, but there is no special fat-burning effect from this infusion.
Steep sliced fresh ginger, a piece of cinnamon and a small amount of cumin in hot water, then strain if you like. Add the lemon once the drink has cooled slightly for a fresher taste.
Its main practical benefit is providing a warm, flavorful way to drink fluids. It may feel soothing, but it has not been shown to treat illness or reliably boost immunity.
Yes, most people can enjoy it daily as a beverage. Keep the spices moderate, since a strong infusion may upset your stomach, and continue drinking plain water as well.
No, this drink has no proven detoxifying effect. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; the infusion can contribute to fluid intake but does not cleanse them.
It may feel comforting after a meal, but it is not a proven remedy for digestive problems. Ginger, lemon or spices can also trigger heartburn or stomach irritation in some people.
Yes, it contains no caffeine, so it can be a bedtime drink. A large cup may wake you to urinate, and lemon or ginger may aggravate reflux for some people.
It will not cure a cold, but a warm drink may temporarily soothe an irritated throat and help you take in fluids. Seek medical advice if symptoms are severe or worsening.
Either works. Fresh ginger gives the drink a brighter, less powdery flavor, while ground ginger is convenient but can leave sediment; strain the drink if you want a clearer cup.
Yes, a strong serving may cause heartburn, stomach irritation or nausea, particularly if you are sensitive to spicy or acidic drinks. Reduce the spices or stop drinking it if symptoms occur.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.07mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 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 7 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.
Hot water with ginger, cinnamon, cumin and lemon is a simple spiced infusion: the ingredients steep in hot water, with lemon adding a fresh, tangy finish. It is not a tea made from tea leaves, and there is no single regional recipe; people often prepare it at home to suit their taste.
Expect warming ginger, sweet-smelling cinnamon, earthy cumin and bright citrus. Sip it on a chilly day or after a meal, as you might other caffeine-free herbal drinks. It is mostly water and very low in calories. For a gentler flavour, use a light hand with the spices, and pair it with breakfast or a small snack if you want something more substantial.
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
— 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.