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Low-calorie refreshing drink
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon Vinegar Ginger Water (250 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 4.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
8
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 5% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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) | 250 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Add lemon juice, a little vinegar, and sliced or grated fresh ginger to water. Let it sit briefly so the ginger can infuse, then drink it chilled or at room temperature. Adjust the ingredients to suit your preferred level of tartness.
No, it does not cause weight loss by itself. Replacing a sugary drink with it may reduce overall calorie intake, but the drink has no special fat-burning effect; weight change comes from broader eating and activity patterns.
Yes, if it does not irritate your stomach or teeth. Keep the vinegar diluted and avoid sipping the acidic drink throughout the day; plain water is a better choice for regular hydration.
No, there is no good evidence that it removes toxins or cleanses the body. Your liver and kidneys handle those processes; lemon, vinegar, and ginger mainly add flavor to water.
Apple cider vinegar and wine vinegar both work, and neither is required for the drink to have a specific effect. Choose one you enjoy and use a small amount, since too much can make the drink harsh and overly acidic.
It can contribute to enamel erosion if you drink it often or sip it over a long period, because lemon and vinegar are acidic. Drink it without swishing, rinse your mouth with plain water afterward, and wait before brushing.
It is not a proven treatment for bloating. Ginger may feel soothing to some people, but lemon and vinegar can worsen discomfort for others, especially when reflux or a sensitive stomach is involved.
Yes, ground ginger can be used when fresh ginger is unavailable. It will make the drink cloudier and may leave sediment, so stir it well; fresh ginger usually gives a cleaner, brighter infusion.
It is best made fresh and consumed the same day. If you prepare it ahead, keep it covered in the refrigerator; the lemon and ginger flavor can change as they sit in the water.
It can be enjoyed either way. Cold water makes a refreshing drink, while warm water brings out the ginger aroma; neither temperature gives it a special detox or weight-loss effect.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4.5mg · 5% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
1.75mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 8 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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 Vinegar Ginger Water is a simple homemade drink made by combining water with lemon, vinegar and ginger. It has no single regional origin; recipes vary in how much of each ingredient they use and whether the ginger is sliced or grated. The flavour is tangy and citrusy, with a gentle warmth from the ginger. Serve it chilled as a refreshing drink on a warm day or alongside a meal; it can also be enjoyed at room temperature.
It is very low in energy, with 3 calories per 100 g, and its overall character depends on how much lemon, vinegar and ginger you add. If the sharpness is too pronounced, dilute it with more water or use less vinegar and lemon. It makes a straightforward unsweetened option when you want something more flavourful than plain water.
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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.