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Low-calorie, refreshing, water-based drink
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Detox drink (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 14.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 10% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 30 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
No, a detox drink has not been shown to remove toxins or cleanse the body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; an infused water can make drinking fluids more appealing, but it is not a detox treatment.
A detox drink usually means water infused with ingredients such as lemon, cucumber, berries, mint, or ginger. There is no standard formula, and these additions mainly provide flavor rather than a special cleansing effect.
To make a cucumber and lemon detox drink, add washed cucumber slices and lemon to a jug of water and let the flavor infuse in the refrigerator. You can add mint, but avoid leaving fresh ingredients at room temperature for long periods.
A detox drink does not treat the cause of bloating. Drinking water may help if dehydration is contributing, but fizzy additions or ingredients that disagree with you can make bloating worse; try a simple, still version instead.
A homemade detox drink is best consumed within a day when it contains fresh fruit, cucumber, or herbs. Keep it covered and refrigerated, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or taste.
A detox drink can count toward fluid intake if its base is water, but it should not be treated as a special substitute for hydration. Keep drinking plain water too, especially if the added ingredients make you drink less.
No, a detox drink does not directly burn body fat or cause lasting weight loss. Choosing unsweetened infused water instead of sugary drinks can reduce added sugar intake, but the drink itself is not a weight-loss shortcut.
Yes, most people can drink a simple, unsweetened detox drink daily as flavored water. Wash fresh ingredients well, refrigerate the drink, and avoid relying on concentrated mixtures or large amounts of ingredients as a cleanse.
There is no special time when a detox drink works better. Drink it whenever it helps you enjoy fluids; if citrus triggers reflux, avoid having a lemon-based version close to bedtime or on an empty stomach.
A detox drink made with clean water and ordinary food ingredients is generally different from a detox supplement or cleanse. Avoid unverified detox products during pregnancy, and ask your healthcare professional about ingredients or fluid guidance specific to you.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
Vitamin K
19.2µg · 16% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Folate
9.6µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
156mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 19 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.
A Detox drink is a broad name for water flavoured with ingredients such as citrus, cucumber, herbs or fruit; recipes vary, and there is no single traditional formula. The term is often used for homemade infused water as well as contemporary café drinks, so the ingredients depend on the recipe.
It is usually served chilled, with a light, fresh taste that can be citrusy, gently sweet or herbal. Around the world, people sip it through the day or serve it alongside a meal. Without added sugar, it is a low-calorie, water-based choice; the listed value is 8 calories per 100 g. The “detox” label does not guarantee a particular health effect. For a simple lighter version, infuse water with washed fruit or herbs and skip sweeteners.
Medium
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.