Lemonade, homemade

Homemade lemonade is a drink made with lemon juice, water and sugar. The figures here describe a recipe version, so the composition may vary with the ingredients used. Per 100g, it provides 268 kJ of energy, 17g of carbohydrate, all of which is sugar, and 4mg of vitamin C. Fat and protein are present only in trace amounts.

Sugar provides most of the energy in this drink, which is relevant for people monitoring their sugar or energy intake. Sugary drinks can contribute to tooth decay. Vitamin C supports normal immune function and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Full nutritional figures are given in the tables below.