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Refreshing, low-calorie, high antioxidant content, supports digestion
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ginger detox water (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 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 | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 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 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 250 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
To make ginger detox water, add thin slices of fresh ginger to drinking water and chill it for a few hours so the flavor infuses. Add lemon, cucumber, or mint if you like, and adjust the ginger to taste.
No, ginger detox water does not remove toxins from your body. Your liver and kidneys handle that work; this drink is simply a refreshing way to flavor water, especially when you leave out added sugar.
Ginger detox water does not cause weight loss on its own. Replacing soda or other sweet drinks with it may reduce how many calories you drink, but the water itself does not burn fat.
No, boiling is not necessary for ginger detox water. Add sliced ginger to cold water and let it infuse in the refrigerator; boiling produces a stronger, tea-like drink rather than a lightly flavored water.
Yes, you can use powdered ginger in ginger detox water, but it will not dissolve fully and may leave sediment. Fresh slices usually give the water a cleaner flavor and make it easier to pour and drink.
Let ginger detox water steep in the refrigerator for a few hours for a noticeable but mild flavor. Thin slices infuse faster, while a longer steep makes the drink more pungent; taste it and remove the ginger when it suits you.
Keep ginger detox water covered and refrigerated, and drink it within a day for the freshest taste. If you add sliced fruit or herbs, avoid leaving them in the water for extended storage and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, lemon and cucumber both work well in ginger detox water. Lemon makes it tart, while cucumber gives it a mild, fresh flavor; remove citrus slices after infusing if the peel starts making the drink bitter.
Ginger may ease digestive discomfort for some people, so ginger detox water can be a gentle way to enjoy its flavor. It is not a treatment for indigestion or bloating, and a lightly infused drink may contain only a modest amount of ginger.
Yes, you can drink ginger detox water before bed, and it contains no caffeine. A large drink right before sleep may still wake you for a bathroom trip, so have it earlier or keep the serving modest.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
1.2mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Calcium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
12mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 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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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Ginger detox water is water infused with fresh ginger, sometimes alongside lemon or cucumber. Despite its popular name, it is best understood as a lightly flavoured drink rather than a special “detox” remedy. The ginger gives the water a clean, peppery warmth, while chilling it makes the flavour especially refreshing.
It can be sipped through the day or served with a meal, and is an easy alternative to sweetened drinks. It is very low in calories, with 3 calories per 100 g. If the ginger tastes too strong, dilute the infusion with more water; a squeeze of lemon can add brightness without making the drink heavy.
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.