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Avocado leaf tea Calories
Herbal infusion, very low calorie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Avocado leaf tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Avocado leaf tea Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 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%
Avocado leaf tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Avocado leaf tea?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (diced) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (diced) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Avocado leaf tea
What are the benefits of avocado leaf tea?
Avocado leaf tea is traditionally used as a soothing herbal drink, but strong clinical evidence for specific health benefits is lacking. It has not been shown to treat disease, and it should not replace prescribed medicines.
How do you make avocado leaf tea?
Make avocado leaf tea by steeping food-grade dried avocado leaves in hot water, then straining them out. Some recipes lightly toast the leaves first, which gives the infusion a deeper, slightly smoky flavor.
Are avocado leaves poisonous in avocado leaf tea?
Some avocado leaves contain persin, and the amount can vary by variety; that does not mean every properly prepared cup is poisonous. Human safety evidence is limited, so avoid leaves from unidentified trees and use only leaves sold for culinary use.
Can you make avocado leaf tea from leaves picked off any avocado tree?
No, leaves from every avocado tree should not be assumed suitable for tea. Avocado varieties can differ in leaf composition, and ornamental or unidentified trees may not be intended for food use. Choose leaves specifically sold for culinary use.
What does avocado leaf tea taste like?
Avocado leaf tea has an herbal, earthy flavor that can be mildly bitter, with an aroma some people describe as anise-like. Toasting the leaves before steeping can make the flavor stronger and more roasted.
Does avocado leaf tea have caffeine?
Avocado leaf tea is naturally caffeine-free when made only from avocado leaves. A packaged blend may include black tea, green tea, or another caffeinated ingredient, so check what is mixed into it.
Can avocado leaf tea lower blood sugar?
Avocado leaf tea has not been proven to lower blood sugar reliably. Do not use it in place of diabetes medicine or change a medication dose because of it; ask your clinician before making it a regular drink if you have diabetes.
Is avocado leaf tea safe to drink every day?
There is no established daily intake shown to be safe for avocado leaf tea, and leaf composition varies among avocado varieties. Avoid making frequent, concentrated servings a routine, particularly when the leaves' source or variety is unknown.
Can you use fresh avocado leaves for avocado leaf tea?
Yes, fresh leaves can be steeped, but dried culinary leaves are easier to store and prepare consistently. Do not assume that leaves picked from a garden tree are suitable: the variety and intended food use may be unknown.
Can you drink avocado leaf tea while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been adequately studied. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask your healthcare professional before drinking avocado leaf tea regularly, and avoid using concentrated preparations for medicinal purposes.
Avocado leaf tea Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
0.48µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.24mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.88mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
Avocado leaf tea Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Avocado leaf tea
To burn the 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Avocado leaf tea?
Avocado leaf tea is an herbal infusion made by steeping fresh or dried avocado leaves in hot water. It is associated especially with Mexican and Central American cooking, where avocado leaves may also be used to season food; it is less familiar as an everyday drink in many other places.
The flavour varies with the leaves and steeping time, but is often described as herbal, gently spiced and aromatic. Strain and drink it plain, or serve it as you would another herbal tea, at breakfast or between meals. It is a very low-calorie infusion, with 1 calorie per 100 g. If you prefer a milder cup, steep the leaves briefly and skip sweeteners so their subtle aroma comes through.
How Nutritious Is Avocado leaf tea?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Avocado leaf tea Processed?
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.
Does Avocado leaf tea Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Avocado leaf tea Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Avocado leaf tea Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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