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Herbal tea notable for vitamin C
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Acerola tea (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 28.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Acerola tea is usually an infusion made with acerola fruit, often dried, rather than tea leaves. Packaged blends may include other fruits or herbs, so the ingredient list tells you whether it is a pure fruit infusion.
Plain acerola tea made only from the fruit is caffeine-free. A blend containing black tea, green tea, or another caffeinated ingredient is different, so check the ingredients if you are avoiding caffeine.
Steep dried acerola fruit or an acerola tea blend in hot water, following the package directions if available. Avoid boiling a vitamin-C-rich infusion for a long time, and strain it if the fruit pieces are loose.
Acerola tea is typically fruity and tart, with a sourness that can be stronger when the infusion contains more fruit. Sweeten it if you like, or combine it with a mild herbal infusion to soften the sharp taste.
It can, because acerola fruit is a source of vitamin C, but the amount in a cup is not fixed. Drying, storage, the fruit-to-water ratio, and heating all affect how much remains in the prepared tea.
No, acerola tea has not been shown to prevent or cure colds. It may contribute vitamin C if the prepared drink retains some, but it should be enjoyed as a beverage rather than used as a treatment.
No. Acerola tea is an infusion made by steeping fruit or a tea blend in water, while acerola juice is made from the fruit itself and is usually more concentrated in fruit and flavor.
Plain acerola tea is caffeine-free, so it is generally suitable before bed. Check that a blend does not contain black or green tea, and avoid drinking a large mug right before sleeping if it disrupts your rest.
No, acerola tea does not cause weight loss or burn fat. Unsweetened tea can replace a sugary drink, but adding sugar or honey changes that choice; the tea itself is not a weight-loss treatment.
Drink brewed acerola tea fresh when possible. If you need to keep it, cool it promptly, cover it, and refrigerate it; discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
28.8mg · 32% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Acerola tea is a fruit infusion made by steeping dried acerola cherries, or an acerola-based blend, in hot water. The bright red fruit grows in the tropical Americas, and the tea is a fruity herbal option rather than a traditional tea made from tea leaves.
Its flavour is gently tart and fruity, and it can be enjoyed hot or chilled over ice. Depending on where you live, it makes a light alternative to sweetened drinks or a caffeine-free cup alongside a snack. The brewed drink is very low in energy, with 2 calories per 100 g. Its vitamin C content can vary with the product and preparation, so enjoy it for its flavour rather than assuming a fixed amount. Try it plain first; a little honey can soften the tartness.
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
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.