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Herbal drink with vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Parsley drink (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 528 µg of Vitamin K covers 440% 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
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.4g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 29% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 43 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% |
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 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 360 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Make parsley drink by blending washed fresh parsley with water, or steeping it in hot water. You can strain a blended drink or leave it unstrained; lemon is a common addition, but there is no single standard recipe.
No, parsley drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened parsley drink can replace a sugary beverage, but weight change is linked to overall eating and activity habits rather than a particular drink.
Yes, most people can include a moderate amount of parsley drink in their daily routine. Avoid making it highly concentrated or using it as a substitute for all your water, especially if you have a medical condition or take medication.
No, parsley drink does not detox or cleanse the kidneys. Your kidneys filter waste from your blood, and there is no reliable evidence that parsley drink improves that process or treats kidney disease.
Yes, parsley stems can go into parsley drink along with the leaves. Wash them well; blending the stems gives the drink a stronger, greener flavor, while steeping them produces a milder result.
Either method works for parsley drink. Blending fresh parsley retains the plant material unless you strain it, while steeping it in hot water makes a lighter infusion; boiling it for a long time is unnecessary.
Keep parsley drink covered in the refrigerator and drink it as soon as possible, preferably the same day. A blended drink can lose its fresh color and flavor as it sits; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, parsley drink can be frozen in a sealed freezer-safe container, with room left for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir or shake it before drinking, since the texture may separate after freezing.
Parsley used in ordinary food amounts is different from concentrated parsley drink. Ask your prenatal clinician before drinking large or concentrated amounts regularly, since safety can depend on the recipe and how much parsley it contains.
Parsley drink tastes fresh, green, and distinctly herbal, sometimes with a slight bitterness. Blending the stems can make the flavor stronger; lemon or cucumber can soften it without needing added sugar.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
528µg · 440% DV
Vitamin A
504µg · 56% DV
Vitamin C
43.2mg · 48% DV
Folate
91.2µg · 23% DV
Minerals
Iron
2.64mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
432mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Sodium
43mg · 2% 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Parsley drink is a light homemade beverage made by blending fresh parsley with water or steeping the leaves in it. Lemon is sometimes added, and the result can range from a clear infusion to a thicker, greener drink. It is enjoyed in different ways around the world, often chilled between meals or alongside food rather than as a standard everyday staple.
Its flavour is fresh, grassy and slightly sharp. Strain it for a lighter texture, or leave the leaves in for a fuller, more herb-forward drink. It is low in calories and provides vitamin C. If the parsley taste feels strong, dilute it with more water or add lemon; making a small amount fresh keeps its flavour bright.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.