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Very low-calorie infused water with parsley
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Parsley detox water (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 28.8 µg of Vitamin K covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% 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 78% · Protein 22% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| 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 | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
To make parsley detox water, rinse a few fresh parsley sprigs and add them to a jug of drinking water. Chill it for a few hours so the flavor infuses, then remove the herbs if you prefer. Add lemon or cucumber for flavor, not extra detox benefits.
No, parsley detox water does not flush toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; this drink is simply water flavored with parsley and can contribute to your fluid intake.
Parsley detox water is not a proven treatment for bloating. Drinking water may help if you are thirsty or mildly constipated, but persistent abdominal swelling can have other causes and should not be managed by relying on this drink.
You can use both leaves and tender stems to make parsley detox water. The leaves give a familiar fresh flavor, while the stems can taste stronger; rinse the whole herb well before putting it in the jug.
Keep parsley detox water covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a day. The fresh herb can soften and its flavor can become stale as it sits; discard the water if its smell or appearance changes.
No, parsley detox water does not directly cause weight loss. Replacing a sweetened drink with it may reduce your overall intake, but parsley-infused water has no established fat-burning effect.
There is no proven best time to drink parsley detox water. Have it whenever you want a flavored drink; drinking it in the morning or before meals does not make it detoxify the body or burn more fat.
Homemade parsley detox water lets you use fresh herbs and control any added ingredients. Bottled versions vary, so compare their ingredients if you choose one; neither homemade nor bottled parsley water has a special detox effect.
Most people can drink parsley detox water daily as a flavored beverage, but it should not replace plain water or medical care. If you take medication or have a condition that requires limiting parsley, ask your healthcare professional about regular use.
Parsley detox water made with a small culinary amount of parsley is different from concentrated parsley preparations, which are best avoided during pregnancy. Ask your prenatal clinician before drinking it regularly, especially if the drink is strongly infused.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
28.8µg · 24% DV
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
19.2µg · 2% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 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.
Parsley detox water is water infused with fresh parsley, usually made in a jug and served chilled. Some versions include lemon slices, but parsley gives the drink its main herbal note. “Detox” is part of its popular name, not a promise of a special cleansing effect.
The flavour is green and gently peppery, lighter than a herb tea. Infused waters like this are an easy homemade option in warm weather; pour it over ice or serve it with a meal, and keep a jug in the fridge for sipping through the day. It is mostly water and very low in calories. Add lemon for a brighter taste, or use fewer parsley sprigs if you prefer a milder drink.
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
0.01g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.