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Lemon Calories
Vitamin C powerhouse, low calorie, antioxidant, refreshing
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Lemon Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
29
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
9.3g
· 84%
Protein
1.1g
· 10%
Fat
0.3g
· 6%
Fiber
2.8g
Lemon Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
53mg · 59% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B5
0.19mg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
138mg · 4% DV
Calcium
26mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
8mg · 2% DV
Lemon Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Lemon Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
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.
Does Lemon Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Lemon Good For?
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
Lemon Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.03g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Lemon — Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in lemon?
Lemon contains 29 calories per 100g. Per 100g, it also provides 1.1g protein, 9.3g carbs, 0.3g fat, and 2.8g fiber.
Is lemon good for low-glycemic diets?
Lemon has a glycemic index of 20, which is considered low. Based on the provided data, it can fit into low-glycemic eating patterns.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.