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Low-calorie vegetable-based drink with nitrates and vitamin C
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Red beet detox drink (240 g) has 58 calories. That works out to 24 calories per 100 g. It contains 13 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 19.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
58
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
13g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 86% · Protein 11% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 58 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.7 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 | 58 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 79 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 500 g | 120 kcal |
Calculated from 24 calories per 100 g.
A red beet detox drink does not flush toxins from the body; the liver and kidneys handle that work. It can provide fluid and nutrients from beetroot, but there is no proven special detox effect.
Yes, a red beet detox drink can temporarily give urine or stool a reddish color. Natural beet pigments cause this harmless change in many cases; seek medical advice if it continues without recent beet intake.
It may modestly lower blood pressure for a short time because beet nitrates support nitric oxide production. Anyone taking blood-pressure medication or prone to low blood pressure should ask a clinician before making it a regular drink.
Blend raw, washed beetroot with water and, if you like, lemon; strain it for a smoother drink. This simple homemade preparation is minimally processed, unlike many bottled drinks with added ingredients.
You can drink a red beet detox drink before exercise, since beet nitrates may support nitric oxide production and exercise performance. Having it a few hours beforehand is commonly suggested, though benefits vary and are not guaranteed.
Keep a red beet detox drink in a sealed container in the refrigerator and aim to drink it within 24–48 hours. Freshly made beet drinks tend to retain their flavor and quality better than those stored for longer.
Most healthy adults can include a moderate serving of red beet detox drink daily. People with a history of kidney stones should ask a healthcare professional about frequent beet intake because beets contain oxalates.
Lemon, apple, carrot, or ginger can be added to a red beet detox drink for extra flavor. Fruit makes it sweeter, so use it sparingly if you want to keep the drink less sweet.
Not always: a red beet detox drink may be blended with water or other ingredients, while beet juice usually refers to liquid extracted from beetroot. Straining and added ingredients change the drink’s texture and what it contains.
No, a red beet detox drink does not need to be strained. Leaving the blended pulp in gives it a thicker texture and retains more of the beet’s fiber; strain it only if you prefer a smoother drink.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
19.2mg · 21% DV
Folate
43.2µg · 11% DV
B6
0.1mg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
408mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
34mg · 8% DV
Sodium
91mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 58 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.
Red beet detox drink is a vegetable-based beverage made with beetroot, often served as juice or blended into a drink. “Detox” is part of the product name, not a special effect the drink can be assumed to have. The recipe varies, and the name alone does not specify whether it contains other ingredients.
Its flavour is earthy and gently sweet, with a vivid beet colour; it is commonly served chilled or alongside a meal, and can be diluted if the taste is intense. For English-speaking readers, it may work as a vegetable-forward alternative to a sweeter juice. It is low in calories, at 24 per 100 g, and provides nitrates and vitamin C. It is relatively low in fibre, so pair it with a fibre-rich snack if you want a more filling option.
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
0.05g
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.