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Low-calorie refreshing herbal drink with vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sorrel detox drink (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.5 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 19.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
5.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 14% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 | 29 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
To make a sorrel detox drink, rinse fresh sorrel leaves thoroughly, blend them with drinking water, and strain if you prefer a smoother texture. Add lemon or cucumber for flavor, then serve chilled and drink it fresh.
No, a sorrel detox drink has not been shown to flush toxins from the body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste processing; the drink can be refreshing, but it does not replace those organs or a medical treatment.
A sorrel detox drink does not cause weight loss on its own. Without added sugar, it can be a lighter replacement for a sweet drink, but it does not burn fat or produce a special detox effect.
A sorrel detox drink tastes tart and leafy because sorrel has a naturally sharp flavor. Lemon can make it more sour, while cucumber or mint gives it a milder, fresher taste.
It is better not to drink large amounts of sorrel detox drink every day because sorrel contains oxalates. If you have had kidney stones, limit sorrel and ask a healthcare professional whether it is suitable for you.
Fresh sorrel leaves and water are the basic ingredients in a sorrel detox drink. Lemon, cucumber, or mint are common additions; sweeteners are optional but add sugar and make the drink less tart.
No, boiling is not necessary for a sorrel detox drink; fresh leaves can be blended with water. Rinse the leaves well first, and avoid treating boiling or straining as a way to remove all oxalates.
There is no proven best time to drink a sorrel detox drink. Have it with a meal or between meals if you enjoy it; drinking it first thing in the morning has no established detox advantage.
Keep a sorrel detox drink in a covered container in the refrigerator and aim to drink it the same day. Freshly blended leaves can lose color and flavor as they sit, so do not leave it at room temperature for long.
There is limited safety information on drinking concentrated or frequent sorrel detox drinks during pregnancy. Culinary amounts of sorrel are different from a concentrated drink, so ask your healthcare professional before making it a regular part of your diet.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
19.2mg · 21% DV
Vitamin K
21.6µg · 18% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
43.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Iron
1.68mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 29 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.
Sorrel detox drink is a refreshing drink made by blending tart sorrel leaves with water. Sorrel is used in many cuisines, especially in Europe and parts of Asia, where the leaves also feature in salads, soups and sauces; this drink is a simple way to use their bright, tangy flavour.
Serve it well chilled as a light drink alongside a meal or in place of a sweeter soft drink. It is low in calories, and the leaves provide vitamin C. If you prefer a milder taste, blend the sorrel with a little fruit, or strain the drink for a smoother texture.
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
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.