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Low-calorie, infused water beverage with refreshing flavor
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Detox Water (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% 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
1g
· 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 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 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 piece (thin) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 piece (thin) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
No, Detox Water does not flush toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste removal; fruit-infused water mainly offers a flavored way to stay hydrated, without a special cleansing effect.
To make Detox Water, add washed slices of fruit, vegetables, or fresh herbs to a jug of cold water. Let the flavors infuse in the refrigerator, then pour and serve; there is no need to add sugar.
Lemon, cucumber, berries, citrus, mint, and ginger are popular additions to Detox Water. Choose a few flavors that work well together rather than piling in many ingredients, which can make the water taste muddled.
No, Detox Water does not directly cause weight loss. Choosing it instead of soda or another sweet drink can reduce added sugar, but the infused water itself does not burn fat.
Keep Detox Water covered in the refrigerator and aim to drink it the same day. Fruit and herbs soften as they sit in water, so discard it if it develops an unpleasant smell or appearance.
Yes, you can make Detox Water with sparkling water. Add the fruit shortly before serving because carbonation fades over time; use plain sparkling water if you want the drink to remain unsweetened.
Yes, Detox Water contributes to fluid intake, but it does not need to replace every glass of plain water. If the fruit flavor helps you drink more, use it as one option in your hydration routine.
No, you do not need to peel fruit for Detox Water, but wash it thoroughly under running water first. Peels can add flavor, while peeling citrus may reduce bitterness if the water will infuse for a while.
Yes, the fruit in Detox Water is edible, provided it was washed before use and kept refrigerated. Its texture may become soft after soaking, and it will not necessarily taste as fresh as newly cut fruit.
No, Detox Water is not inherently more hydrating than plain water. Its main advantage is flavor, which may make water more appealing; the fruit infusion does not give it a special hydration effect.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Calcium
19mg · 2% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 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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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Detox water is water infused with fruit, vegetables or herbs, left to take on their flavour. Recipes vary, but lemon, cucumber and mint are common additions. The name is often used for a refreshing flavoured-water drink; it does not mean the water has a special cleansing effect.
Serve it chilled, either alongside a meal or as an alternative to plain water on a warm day. Its taste is light and fresh rather than sweet, and it is easy to adapt to what you have at home. With just 2 calories per 100 g, it remains a very low-calorie drink. Skip added sugar for a lighter version, or pair citrus with mint for extra fragrance.
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
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.