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Refreshing, antioxidant, low calorie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon ginger rosemary water (240 g) has 12 calories. That works out to 5 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 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
12
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
2.9g
· 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 94% · Protein 6% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 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 | 12 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 25 kcal |
Calculated from 5 calories per 100 g.
To make lemon ginger rosemary water, add washed lemon slices, thinly sliced fresh ginger, and a sprig of rosemary to water. Chill it for a few hours for a stronger flavor, then remove the ingredients if you want to prevent bitterness.
Lemon ginger rosemary water adds flavor to plain water, which may make it easier to drink more fluids. Its ingredients contain plant compounds with antioxidant properties, but the drink is not a treatment and does not replace a varied diet.
No, lemon ginger rosemary water does not directly cause weight loss. Choosing it instead of a sugary drink can reduce added-sugar intake, but drinking it alone will not meaningfully change body weight.
No, lemon ginger rosemary water does not detoxify the body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; this infused water can contribute to hydration, but claims that it flushes toxins or cleanses organs are not supported.
Yes, most people can drink lemon ginger rosemary water daily as a flavored drink. If lemon or ginger triggers heartburn or stomach discomfort for you, reduce the amount or stop drinking it.
Steep lemon ginger rosemary water in the refrigerator for a few hours to let the flavors infuse. Taste it as it sits and remove the lemon and rosemary once the flavor suits you, since prolonged steeping can make it bitter.
Yes, lemon ginger rosemary water can be enjoyed warm or cold. For a warm version, pour hot—not boiling—water over the ginger and rosemary, let it infuse, then add lemon after the water cools slightly for a fresher taste.
Lemon ginger rosemary water is best consumed within 24 hours when stored covered in the refrigerator. The flavor can turn bitter as the ingredients sit, so discard it if it develops an off smell or other signs of spoilage.
Yes, you can eat the ingredients from lemon ginger rosemary water if they were washed and kept refrigerated. The lemon and ginger may taste quite strong, while rosemary leaves can be tough; discard the ingredients if they have sat out for hours.
Lemon ginger rosemary water contains no caffeine, so it is not inherently stimulating before bed. However, drinking a large amount shortly before sleep may wake you to urinate, and lemon or ginger can aggravate nighttime reflux in some people.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Calcium
12mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
3.6mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 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 12 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.
Lemon ginger rosemary water is made by steeping lemon, fresh ginger and rosemary in water. It is an easy homemade infused drink rather than a traditional dish with a single place of origin. The lemon gives it a bright, tart taste, while ginger adds a gentle heat and rosemary an herbal, pine-like aroma. Serve it chilled after a few hours in the refrigerator, or warm with the ingredients briefly steeped.
It works well alongside meals or as a refreshing drink through the day. Since it is mostly water, it is very low in calories—about 5 kcal per 100 g. Adjust the steeping time to suit your taste, and leave out sweeteners if you want to keep it light.
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.