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Lemon, ginger and honey beverage with vitamin C
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon ginger honey drink (240 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 32 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.8 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 20.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
77
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
28.8g
· 10% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 28.8 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 77 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 128 kcal |
Calculated from 32 calories per 100 g.
Make a lemon ginger honey drink by steeping sliced or grated fresh ginger in hot water, then adding lemon juice and honey once it has cooled slightly. Adjust the lemon and honey to taste rather than boiling them with the ginger.
A lemon ginger honey drink does not cure a cold, but warm fluids and honey can soothe an irritated throat and ease a cough. It may offer comfort while symptoms run their course, rather than treating the infection.
No, a lemon ginger honey drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Replacing a higher-sugar drink with it may help reduce overall sugar intake, but honey still adds sugar and energy.
There is no special time when a lemon ginger honey drink works better. Have it when you enjoy it or want a warm, soothing drink; it contains no caffeine, so it is also an option later in the day.
Yes, most adults can drink a lemon ginger honey drink daily, but remember that honey adds free sugar. Frequent acidic drinks can also affect tooth enamel, so avoid sipping it over a long period.
Yes, a lemon ginger honey drink has no caffeine and can be enjoyed before bed. However, lemon may aggravate reflux for some people, and a large drink just before sleep may mean waking to urinate.
Heat can reduce some vitamin C, so adding lemon juice after the water has cooled a little helps preserve more of it. A lemon ginger honey drink still provides fluid and flavor even when prepared with hot water.
Keep a lemon ginger honey drink covered in the refrigerator and ideally drink it the same day. Discard it if it has been left out for a long time or develops an unusual smell, appearance, or taste.
Fresh ginger gives a brighter, fresher flavor in a lemon ginger honey drink, while powdered ginger tastes more concentrated and earthy. Either works; start with a small amount of powder because it can quickly dominate the drink.
No, babies under 12 months must not have a lemon ginger honey drink because honey can contain spores that cause infant botulism. For older children, serve it cooled and keep the ginger and lemon mild.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
20.4mg · 23% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 77 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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A lemon ginger honey drink is a simple infusion made by steeping fresh ginger in hot water, then adding lemon juice and honey. It has no single place of origin; variations are made in homes around the world. The ginger brings a warming, peppery bite, balanced by the lemon’s tartness and honey’s mellow sweetness.
It is often served warm, though it can also be chilled, and fits easily into breakfast or a quiet break during the day. Most of its carbohydrates come from the honey, while lemon contributes vitamin C. If you prefer a less sweet cup, use less honey; adding it after the drink has cooled slightly also helps preserve its delicate aroma.
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
— Not 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.