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Low-calorie vegetable-based soup
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Metabolism soup (240 g) has 67 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 43.2 µg of Vitamin K covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
67
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
13g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 15% · Fat 12%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 67 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.19 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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 | 67 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 300 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 140 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
Metabolism soup is a name for vegetable-based soups often promoted as part of a weight-loss plan. There is no single standard recipe: versions commonly use vegetables such as cabbage, tomatoes, onions, and peppers, with ingredients varying by recipe.
To make metabolism soup, simmer chopped vegetables in water or vegetable broth until tender. Cabbage, tomatoes, onion, and peppers are common choices, but recipes vary. Season to taste, and keep the vegetables chunky or blend the soup if preferred.
Metabolism soup does not cause weight loss on its own. A vegetable-based bowl can replace a more energy-dense meal, but relying on the soup alone can leave meals unbalanced. Include a source of protein and a variety of foods in your overall eating pattern.
No, there is no good evidence that metabolism soup meaningfully speeds up metabolism. Vegetables and spices can make a flavorful soup, but the “metabolism” label is a marketing name, not proof that the soup burns fat.
Cabbage, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and celery are common in metabolism soup. There is no fixed ingredient list, so recipes may also include carrots, zucchini, or other vegetables; adjust the combination to suit your taste.
Not necessarily. Metabolism soup is a broad name used for different vegetable soups, while cabbage soup specifically features cabbage. Some weight-loss plans use the names interchangeably, but recipes and the rest of the eating plan can differ.
Metabolism soup can be part of a meal, but a bowl made mostly from vegetables may not provide enough protein or lasting fullness on its own. Pair it with foods such as beans, eggs, tofu, or yogurt to make the meal more substantial.
Metabolism soup keeps for about three to four days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until it is steaming hot throughout.
Yes, metabolism soup can be frozen. Cool it, divide it into airtight portions, and freeze; thaw in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly. If the recipe contains potatoes, their texture may become softer or grainier after freezing.
There is no special time when metabolism soup burns more fat; you can eat it whenever it fits your meals. Some people serve it for lunch or dinner, often alongside a protein-rich food to make the meal more filling.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
43.2µg · 36% DV
Vitamin A
228µg · 25% DV
Vitamin C
20.4mg · 23% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
408mg · 12% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 67 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.
Metabolism soup is a flexible vegetable soup, rather than a dish with one fixed regional recipe. In Turkey, versions commonly combine vegetables such as onion, tomato, cabbage, courgette or pepper, simmered in water or vegetable stock and seasoned with herbs and spices. The exact ingredients vary from household to household, and similar recipes are shared internationally in meal plans.
Serve it hot as a light lunch or dinner, or as a first course; bread or a spoonful of yoghurt can make it a more substantial meal. Its broth-and-vegetable base keeps it relatively light, at 28 calories per 100 g. For a fuller bowl, add beans or lentils; if you prefer a lighter version, use just a little oil and let the vegetables provide most of the flavour.
High
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.19g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.