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Natural diuretic, antioxidant, caffeine-free herbal tea
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Brewed Cherry Stem Tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 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 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%
| 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 | 0.2 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 | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 6 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Brewed cherry stem tea is a caffeine-free herbal drink that may increase urine output. Its antioxidant content is not a reason to treat it as a medicine, and strong claims about detoxing or curing illness are not established.
No, brewed cherry stem tea does not burn body fat or cause lasting weight loss. Any quick drop on the scale may reflect temporary fluid loss from increased urination, not a change in body fat.
Steep dried cherry stems in hot water, then strain the brewed cherry stem tea before drinking. Follow the directions on the package if you are using a prepared product, since blends and preparation instructions can vary.
It may. Brewed cherry stem tea is traditionally used as a mild diuretic, so you might urinate more after drinking it. It should not replace water or prescribed treatment for swelling or fluid retention.
Brewed cherry stem tea usually has a mild, earthy, slightly woody taste rather than a strong cherry-fruit flavor. The taste can change with the amount of dried stems and how long you steep them.
No reliable evidence shows that brewed cherry stem tea dissolves kidney stones. It is not a substitute for medical care, and trying to flush out a suspected stone with herbal tea may delay appropriate treatment.
Yes, brewed cherry stem tea is naturally caffeine-free when made only from cherry stems. A packaged blend may contain other ingredients, so check its contents if you are avoiding caffeine.
Brewed cherry stem tea may increase urination, and drinking too much could contribute to fluid loss or light-headedness. Stop drinking it if you feel unwell, and avoid using it as a replacement for needed fluids.
There is not enough reliable information to establish that brewed cherry stem tea is safe during pregnancy. Ask your pregnancy-care professional before drinking it, especially as a regular herbal remedy.
You can, but brewed cherry stem tea may increase urination and interrupt sleep if you drink it close to bedtime. Since it is caffeine-free, the concern is nighttime bathroom trips rather than caffeine-related alertness.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 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 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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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.
Brewed Cherry Stem Tea is an herbal infusion made by steeping dried cherry stems in hot water, a preparation familiar in Turkey and also found in herbal-tea traditions elsewhere. Despite its name, it does not taste like cherry fruit: the flavour is mild, gently woody and herbal, with no caffeine. It is usually sipped plain, between meals or alongside a light snack; sweetening it is optional rather than essential.
It is mostly water and contributes very little energy—about 1 calorie per 100 g. That makes it a light choice when you want a warm, caffeine-free drink. Try it unsweetened first, or pair it with a slice of lemon if you prefer a brighter flavour.
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.