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A no-added-sugar drink with lemon juice, chia seeds, vinegar and ginger.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon, Chia, Vinegar and Ginger Water (250 g) has 50 calories. That works out to 20 calories per 100 g. It contains 7 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 2 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
50
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
7g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 12% · Fat 34%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 50 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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 | 50 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 6 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 100 kcal |
Calculated from 20 calories per 100 g.
Stir lemon juice, chia seeds, vinegar and freshly grated ginger into water. Let it stand briefly so the chia absorbs liquid and thickens, then stir again before drinking. The ingredients can be adjusted to taste.
No, it does not target belly fat or burn fat. It may help you replace a sugary drink, and chia can add some fullness, but the drink itself is not a weight-loss shortcut.
Yes, most people can have it daily in a moderate serving. Its acidity may aggravate heartburn, and chia can cause gas when you are not used to extra fiber. Stop or cut back if it bothers you.
No, it has not been shown to flush toxins or cleanse the body. It contributes fluid, while the liver and kidneys handle the body's normal waste-processing functions.
Yes, letting the chia sit in the water gives the seeds time to absorb liquid and form a gel. Stir the drink again before sipping, since the seeds can settle or clump.
It can provide fluid before exercise, but it is not a performance drink. Chia's thickness and the lemon-vinegar acidity may feel uncomfortable during a workout, so try a small amount well before exercising.
It should not be used to lower blood sugar or replace diabetes medication. Vinegar may modestly affect the rise after a meal for some people; if you have diabetes or take glucose-lowering medicine, ask your clinician before making it a routine.
Yes, it can trigger heartburn in people sensitive to acidic drinks because it contains both lemon and vinegar. Try having it with food or avoid it if it worsens reflux.
Yes, make it ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Chia will continue absorbing water and make the drink thicker, so stir it well before serving and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, the water contributes to hydration, but chia, lemon, vinegar and ginger do not make it more hydrating than plain water. Use it as a flavored option, not as a replacement for water when you are thirsty.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6.25mg · 7% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
23mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
80mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 50 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Lemon, Chia, Vinegar and Ginger Water is a homemade drink made by mixing water with lemon juice, chia seeds, vinegar and ginger. It is a combination rather than a dish tied to one particular regional tradition. As the chia sits, it softens and gives the drink a lightly thickened, sometimes faintly gel-like texture; lemon and vinegar bring tartness, while ginger adds a warm, aromatic edge. Serve it chilled or over ice as a refreshing drink, or have it alongside breakfast or a light meal. It contains no added sugar and provides 20 calories per 100 g. Stir well before drinking so the seeds are evenly distributed, and add more water if you prefer a milder, less tangy taste.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.18g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.