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Low-calorie lemon-based drink with vitamin C
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon cure drink (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 43.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 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 88% · Protein 6% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 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) | 240 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 500 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 120 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
The Lemon cure drink is a lemon-based beverage, usually made by mixing fresh lemon juice with water. Add more water to soften the sour taste; adding sugar makes it sweeter but also adds sugar.
No, the Lemon cure drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Replacing a sugary drink with it may reduce your overall energy intake, but it does not burn fat or produce rapid weight loss.
No, there is no good evidence that the Lemon cure drink detoxes the body or cleanses the liver. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; the drink can contribute to fluid intake but is not a cleanse.
There is no proven best time to drink the Lemon cure drink; you can have it whenever you like. Drinking it in the morning or before meals has no special detox or fat-burning effect.
Yes, most people can drink the Lemon cure drink on an empty stomach, but it is not necessary. Its acidity may trigger heartburn or stomach discomfort in some people, so have it with food or dilute it if that happens.
No, the Lemon cure drink is usually lemon juice mixed with water, while lemonade often includes sugar or another sweetener. Recipes vary, so adding sugar to the Lemon cure drink makes it more like sweetened lemonade.
The Lemon cure drink can be warm, at room temperature, or cold; temperature does not give it a special health or weight-loss effect. Let hot water cool to a comfortable drinking temperature before mixing or serving.
Frequent exposure to the acidic Lemon cure drink can gradually wear down tooth enamel. Drink it rather than sipping it over a long period, rinse your mouth with water afterward, and avoid brushing immediately.
Yes, the acidity in the Lemon cure drink can trigger heartburn or reflux symptoms in some people. Stop or dilute it if you notice discomfort; seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
Keep the Lemon cure drink covered in the refrigerator and, for the freshest taste, drink it the same day. Its lemon flavor fades as it sits, and it should not be left at room temperature for long.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
43.2mg · 48% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Folate
14.4µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 29 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.
A lemon cure drink is a lemon-based beverage, commonly made by diluting lemon juice with water. Recipes vary: some include a little sweetener or other additions, and the word “cure” usually refers to drinking a particular recipe for a set period rather than to a standard formula.
Its sharp, refreshing taste works well chilled on a warm day or served at breakfast; it can also be made with warm water. It is a light drink, with little energy and a small amount of vitamin C from the lemon. For a less sweet version, leave out added sweetener and adjust the water to soften the acidity. You can also serve it alongside a meal instead of a sugary drink.
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
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.