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Low-calorie, refreshing, mildly acidic drink
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Water with lemon, vinegar, and turmeric (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 7.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 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 89% · Protein 11% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 30 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Stir lemon juice, a little vinegar, and turmeric into water. Adjust the amounts to suit your taste, and dilute it further if it tastes too sharp. The recipe does not require a special preparation method.
No, it does not cause weight loss by itself. It may replace a higher-calorie drink, but lemon, vinegar, and turmeric do not directly burn body fat or cancel out the effects of other foods.
It can be a refreshing way to drink more fluids, but there is no strong evidence that this particular mixture boosts immunity, prevents illness, or provides special health benefits beyond its ingredients.
Yes, but its acidity may trigger heartburn or stomach discomfort, especially on an empty stomach. If that happens, have it with food or skip it rather than forcing yourself to drink it.
A small serving is fine for many people, but drinking it daily is not necessary. Frequent acidic drinks can aggravate reflux and contribute to tooth enamel erosion, particularly if you sip them over a long period.
It is not known to improve sleep. Its acidity may worsen nighttime heartburn, and drinking a large amount just before bed can make you need to urinate during the night.
No. This drink does not flush toxins or cleanse the body; your liver and kidneys handle those processes. Claims that this particular mixture provides a special detox effect are not supported by good evidence.
Apple cider vinegar is one option, but it is not required; the drink can be made with other culinary vinegar too. The type of vinegar does not turn the mixture into a proven weight-loss or detox remedy.
It can contribute to enamel erosion if you drink it often because lemon and vinegar are acidic. Avoid swishing or sipping it for a long time, rinse your mouth with plain water afterward, and wait before brushing.
Black pepper is optional. Piperine in black pepper can increase absorption of curcumin, a compound in turmeric, but adding it to this drink has not been shown to give the mixture a specific health effect.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
7.2mg · 8% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
B3
0.07mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 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.
Water with lemon, vinegar, and turmeric is a simple drink made by adding lemon juice, vinegar, and turmeric to water. It has no single, established regional origin; it is generally prepared at home, with the proportions adjusted to taste. Stir it before drinking, since the turmeric can settle at the bottom.
Its flavour is tart and slightly sharp, with an earthy note from the turmeric. It can be served chilled or warm, either alongside breakfast or as a refreshing drink during the day. It is mostly water and very low in energy, with 3 calories per 100 g. If you prefer a milder taste, use less vinegar and add more water; a little lemon can provide brightness without making the drink as sharp.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.