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Refreshing, low calorie, source of vitamin C
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon detox water (250 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 5 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 50 mg of Vitamin C covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
13
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 93% · Protein 7% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 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) | 250 g | 13 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 250 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 500 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 750 g | 38 kcal |
Calculated from 5 calories per 100 g.
Make lemon detox water by adding fresh lemon slices or a squeeze of lemon juice to water. Mint or cucumber can add flavor; chill it briefly if you like. You do not need sugar or a special detox ingredient.
No, lemon detox water does not flush toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; lemon water is simply a flavored drink that can help you take in fluids.
No, lemon detox water does not burn fat or cause weight loss by itself. Replacing a sugary drink with unsweetened lemon water may reduce your overall energy intake, but the drink has no special fat-burning effect.
Lemon detox water can make plain water more appealing and provides a refreshing alternative to sweetened drinks. The amount of vitamin C depends on how much lemon you use, so it should not be treated as a concentrated source.
Lemon detox water is best kept covered in the refrigerator and used within about a day. Lemon slices can turn bitter as they sit, so remove them if the flavor changes and avoid leaving the drink at room temperature for long.
Yes, most people can drink lemon detox water every day, but it does not need to replace plain water. Frequent exposure to lemon’s acidity can affect tooth enamel, so rinse your mouth with plain water afterward.
There is no proven best time to drink lemon detox water. Have it whenever you want a flavored drink; drinking it in the morning or before meals does not make it detoxify your body or burn more fat.
Either works: lemon juice gives lemon detox water a stronger, more consistent flavor, while slices infuse it more gently. Remove slices after a short time if you want to avoid bitterness from the peel and white pith.
Yes, you can add honey or sugar to lemon detox water, but either makes it a sweetened drink. For a refreshing lower-sugar version, use lemon with mint or cucumber and skip the sweetener.
Lemon detox water can contribute to enamel erosion if you sip it frequently because lemon is acidic. Avoid swishing it around your mouth, drink it in one sitting rather than sipping all day, and rinse with plain water afterward.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
50mg · 56% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
B5
0.13mg · 3% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Calcium
18mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
5mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
38mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.5mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 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 detox water is water flavoured with fresh lemon juice or slices. Recipes vary, but the drink needs little more than lemon and water; the “detox” label does not imply a special preparation or effect.
It is usually served chilled, either alongside a meal or as a refreshing drink through the day. Its bright, gently tart taste makes it an easy alternative to sweetened drinks, and it also works well with mint. Lemon detox water is very low in calories and provides a little vitamin C. For a lighter version, leave out sweeteners and adjust the amount of lemon to suit your 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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.