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Bitter melon drink, low calorie
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Momordica detox drink (240 g) has 41 calories. That works out to 17 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.9 g of carbs, 2.4 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 79.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
17
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
3.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 19% · Fat 9%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
33mg · 37% DV
Folate
72µg · 18% DV
B5
0.21mg · 4% DV
Vitamin K
4.8µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
296mg · 9% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
31mg · 4% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 17 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
Momordica, also known as bitter melon, naturally contains compounds responsible for its distinctive bitter flavour. Serving it chilled or mixing it with lemon, cucumber, or mint can make the taste milder.
“Detox” is often a marketing term, and there is no strong evidence that this drink alone removes toxins from the body. The liver and kidneys are the main organs involved in processing and eliminating waste products.
Drinking it on an empty stomach is not necessary. If its bitterness or acidity causes stomach discomfort, have it with food or after a meal instead.
Bitter melon has been studied for possible effects on blood glucose, but a drink should not be used as a diabetes treatment. People using insulin or glucose-lowering medicines should ask their clinician before consuming it regularly because blood sugar may fall too low.
It is not a substantial fuel or recovery drink by itself. It can be part of a post-workout routine alongside a balanced snack or meal containing protein and carbohydrate.
Follow the storage instructions on the package before opening. Once opened, keep it refrigerated, close it tightly, and use it within the timeframe stated on the label.
Yes, but freezing can change the texture and may cause separation after thawing. Leave some room in the container for expansion and shake well after defrosting.
Lemon, mint, cucumber, sparkling water, or a yoghurt-based smoothie can balance its bitterness. If mixing it with fruit juice, choose unsweetened options to avoid turning it into a high-sugar drink.
Pregnant or breastfeeding people, those taking diabetes medication, and anyone on regular medication should be cautious. Evidence on frequent use of concentrated Momordica products is limited, so professional advice is sensible before regular use.
It typically features bitter melon, so it has a much more bitter flavour than standard fruit juice. Check the ingredient list carefully, as some products sold as detox drinks contain added sweeteners, sugar, or other juices.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.