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Very low in calories when prepared unsweetened; nutrient content varies with infusion strength.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Apple-clove infusion (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · 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 | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Make apple-clove infusion by steeping apple slices and whole cloves in hot water, then straining the drink. Use fresh apple for a fruitier taste, and leave out sugar if you want to keep it unsweetened.
Apple-clove infusion tastes fruity, gently sweet from the apple, and warmly spicy from the cloves. Tart apples make the drink brighter, while sweeter apples give it a rounder flavor; the strength depends on how long it steeps.
Yes, apple-clove infusion is naturally caffeine-free when made with just apple, cloves, and water. It can be a warm evening alternative to black tea or coffee, but check added ingredients if you are drinking a prepared blend.
Yes, apple-clove infusion can be served cold. Steep it as usual, strain it, and chill it in a covered container; adding ice or a squeeze of lemon gives it a refreshing flavor without changing its caffeine-free nature.
Apple-clove infusion is not proven to treat indigestion or other digestive problems. A warm drink may feel soothing after a meal, but claims that cloves in an infusion reliably improve digestion go beyond established evidence.
No, apple-clove infusion does not cause weight loss by itself. Choosing an unsweetened cup instead of a sugary drink may reduce added sugar in your routine, but the infusion has no established fat-burning effect.
Yes, you can eat the apple slices after making apple-clove infusion if they were handled and stored safely. They will be softer and less flavorful because some of their taste has moved into the drink.
Yes, ground cloves work in apple-clove infusion, but they can make the drink cloudy and leave sediment. Use a small pinch for a milder flavor, or strain the finished infusion through a fine mesh sieve.
Apple-clove infusion keeps for about two days in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator. Strain out the apple slices before storing it, and discard the drink if its smell, appearance, or taste changes.
Apple-clove infusion made with ordinary culinary amounts of whole cloves is different from concentrated clove oil or medicinal doses. If you plan to drink it regularly during pregnancy, ask your healthcare professional, especially if you use concentrated preparations.
Vitamins
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.24mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.24µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.24µg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Apple-clove infusion is made by steeping apple slices or peel with whole cloves in hot water; simmering it briefly gives a stronger, more rounded flavour. It is a simple homemade spiced drink rather than a preparation tied to one particular origin. The apple brings gentle fruitiness, while clove adds a warming, aromatic edge. Enjoy it hot in a mug, much like a fruit tisane, or serve it chilled when you want a cooler, lightly flavoured drink.
Unsweetened, it is very low in calories, though its nutrient content depends on how much apple is used and how strong the infusion is. For a lighter cup, skip added sugar and adjust the steeping time or spices to taste.
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
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.