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Low-calorie, refreshing, lightly infused beverage
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mint lemon detox water (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 9.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.9g
· 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 90% · Protein 10% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 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 | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 300 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 30 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
To make mint lemon detox water, add fresh mint leaves and sliced lemon to a jug of cold water. Chill it so the flavors infuse, then stir before serving; lightly crushing the mint releases more aroma.
No, mint lemon detox water does not remove toxins or cleanse the body. Your liver and kidneys handle those processes; this drink mainly adds a light mint-and-lemon flavor to water.
No, mint lemon detox water does not cause weight loss on its own. Choosing it instead of a sugary drink can reduce added sugar intake, but the drink does not directly burn fat or speed up metabolism.
Mint lemon detox water can infuse in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for a mild flavor, or for a few hours if you prefer it stronger. Taste it as it sits, since lemon peel can become bitter.
You do not have to peel the lemon for mint lemon detox water. Leaving the peel on adds aroma but can make the drink bitter, so wash the lemon well and remove the slices if the flavor gets too strong.
Yes, dried mint works in mint lemon detox water, though fresh leaves usually give it a brighter flavor. Start with a small amount because dried mint can taste stronger and may leave the water cloudy.
Mint lemon detox water is best enjoyed the day it is made. Keep it covered in the refrigerator, and discard it if it develops an off smell or taste; the mint wilts and the lemon peel can turn bitter as it sits.
Yes, you can add honey or sugar to mint lemon detox water, but doing so adds sweetness and sugar. Taste it plain first; lemon and mint may provide enough flavor without extra sweetener.
Yes, mint lemon detox water can count toward your fluid intake, but it need not replace all your plain water. Its lemon acidity may also bother people prone to heartburn, especially when they drink it often.
Mint lemon detox water may feel refreshing, but it is not a proven treatment for bloating. Mint can ease digestive discomfort for some people, while lemon may aggravate reflux in others; stop if it makes symptoms worse.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
9.6mg · 11% DV
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Mint lemon detox water is a lightly infused drink made by steeping fresh mint and lemon slices in water. It belongs to the broader tradition of flavoured waters rather than to one particular regional cuisine; the “detox” label is a style of presentation, not a claim about what the drink does.
Its flavour is bright and gently herbal, with far less sweetness than juice or soft drinks. Serve it chilled in a glass or keep a bottle on hand as a refreshing option with meals, especially in warm weather. It is mostly water and contains about 3 calories per 100 g. For a stronger flavour, let the mint and lemon infuse in the refrigerator, and skip added sugar 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
✓ 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.