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Turmeric-based wellness shot with apple and lemon, rich in vitamin C
In season: Autumn · Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Turmeric apple lemon shot (60 g) has 30 calories. That works out to 50 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 8.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 60 g
30
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% 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 | 30 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.03 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| 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 piece (small) | 60 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 15 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 15 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 45 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 60 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 120 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 50 calories per 100 g.
A turmeric apple lemon shot is a tangy drink that combines turmeric with apple and lemon, which contributes vitamin C. It can be an easy way to enjoy those ingredients, but it is not a proven detox or a treatment for illness.
Blend apple with lemon juice and fresh grated or ground turmeric, then strain if you prefer a smoother shot. Add a little water if the mixture is too thick; leaving it unstrained keeps more of the apple’s pulp and fibre.
There is no proven best time to drink a turmeric apple lemon shot; you can have it whenever it suits you. If lemon or turmeric bothers your stomach, take it with food rather than before breakfast.
Most people can have a small turmeric apple lemon shot daily as part of their usual diet. If you take blood-thinning medicine, check with your healthcare professional before making concentrated turmeric a regular habit, because it may interact.
No, a turmeric apple lemon shot does not need black pepper to taste good. Piperine in black pepper can increase curcumin absorption, but it also makes the drink pepperier and does not turn the shot into a medical treatment.
Yes, ground turmeric works in a turmeric apple lemon shot if fresh turmeric is unavailable. It disperses easily but has a concentrated, earthy flavour, so start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Keep a homemade turmeric apple lemon shot in a sealed container in the refrigerator and drink it fresh, ideally within a day or two. Separation is normal; shake it before drinking, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Straining a turmeric apple lemon shot is optional. Strain it for a thinner texture and less pulp; leave it unstrained if you want to retain the apple fibre. Stir or shake the drink before serving because turmeric can settle.
Yes, a turmeric apple lemon shot can cause stomach discomfort or heartburn in some people. Lemon is acidic and the concentrated turmeric flavour may irritate a sensitive stomach; try it with food or stop drinking it if symptoms occur.
A turmeric apple lemon shot has not been shown to prevent infections or reliably boost immunity. Lemon and apple provide nutrients, but the shot should be treated as a small drink, not a substitute for vaccination, sleep, or medical care.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8.4mg · 9% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.24mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 30 calories in 1 piece (small) (60 g):
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Turmeric apple lemon shot is a small, concentrated drink combining the earthy warmth of turmeric with apple’s sweetness and lemon’s tartness. It can be made by juicing or blending the ingredients, so its texture ranges from smooth to slightly pulpy depending on the recipe. Some versions are strained before serving.
It is commonly taken chilled in a small glass, often in the morning or alongside breakfast, rather than sipped like a full-sized juice. The apple and lemon keep the flavour bright, while turmeric gives it a distinctive, savoury edge. It gets most of its energy from carbohydrates; per 100 g, it has 13 g of carbs and 2 g of fibre. If the flavour is too intense, dilute it with water or serve it with a simple breakfast.
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
0.03g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.