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Low-calorie, refreshing, contains a small amount of vitamin C
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (small) of Plain soda with lemon juice (200 g) has 12 calories. That works out to 6 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 8 mg of Vitamin C covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (small) · 200 g
12
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0 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 bottle (small) | 200 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 250 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 6 calories per 100 g.
No, it is not a proven digestive aid. The carbonation may make some people feel bloated or worsen reflux, so it may be less comfortable than still water after a large meal.
Yes, it contributes fluid, much like other unsweetened carbonated water drinks. It can count toward hydration, but if the bubbles make you feel full or uncomfortable, choose still water instead.
Plain soda with fresh lemon juice has no added sugar unless someone adds it. Lemon juice itself contains naturally occurring sugars, while bottled or restaurant versions may include sweeteners, so check how that particular drink was made.
It can contribute to enamel erosion if you sip it frequently throughout the day. Both carbonation and lemon juice make the drink acidic; having it with a meal, rinsing with water afterward, and waiting before brushing can reduce exposure.
Yes, it breaks a strict water-only fast because lemon juice adds a small amount of energy. Whether it fits a particular fasting routine depends on that routine’s rules; plain water is the simplest choice during a strict fast.
Pour fresh lemon juice into chilled plain soda just before serving. Add the juice gently and avoid stirring vigorously to keep more of the carbonation. Skip sweeteners if you want the drink to remain unsweetened.
No, it does not taste or function exactly like tonic water. Tonic water has a distinct bitter flavor from quinine and commonly contains sweetener; plain soda with lemon juice is more citrus-forward and usually less sweet.
Neither is inherently better; the main difference is carbonation. Plain soda with lemon juice has bubbles that some people enjoy but others find uncomfortable, while still lemon water avoids carbonation and may be gentler on the stomach.
Adding lemon juice and stirring can release carbon dioxide, especially if the soda is warm or has already been opened. Chill the soda, open it just before serving, pour gently, and add the lemon juice at the end.
It can provide fluid, but its bubbles may feel uncomfortable during a workout. For longer or strenuous exercise, it is not a substitute for a drink formulated to replace fluid and electrolytes; choose what sits comfortably.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
Folate
6µg · 2% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Calcium
30mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
8mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
40mg · 1% DV
Sodium
16mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 12 calories in 1 bottle (small) (200 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.
Plain soda with lemon juice is a simple, non-alcoholic drink made by adding lemon juice to sparkling water. It has no single place of origin: people make versions of it at home and order it in cafés around the world, often with fresh lemon squeezed in just before serving.
Served chilled, it is lightly tart and fizzy, and works well alongside a meal or as a refreshing alternative to a sweet soft drink. It is low in calories, with 6 calories per 100 g, and contains almost no other macronutrients. Adjust the lemon to taste, or add a slice of cucumber for a milder, aromatic finish.
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.