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Caralluma powder used as a supplement; low-calorie herbal powder that may provide some fiber.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (small) of Caralluma fat-burning powder (3 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 3 g
8
KCAL / 3G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 9% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.55 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| 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 teaspoon (small) | 3 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 13 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 6 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 10 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 15 g | 39 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 16 g | 42 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
There is no reliable evidence that Caralluma fat-burning powder burns body fat or produces meaningful weight loss. Studies are limited and inconsistent, so claims of rapid or predictable results are not well supported.
It may reduce appetite for some people, but research results are mixed and the effect is not established. It should not be used as a substitute for meals, since that can make it harder to get enough nutrients.
There is no established effective daily dose. The stated typical serving is about one small teaspoon, or 3 grams; follow the product directions and do not assume that taking more will improve results.
Caralluma fat-burning powder may cause digestive discomfort, nausea, or constipation in some people. Its long-term safety has not been well studied, so stop using it if it causes troublesome symptoms.
There is no good evidence that taking Caralluma fat-burning powder on an empty stomach works better. If it upsets your stomach, taking it with food may feel more comfortable; follow the product’s directions.
There is no proven timeline for weight loss with Caralluma fat-burning powder. Research has not shown consistent, predictable results, so be cautious of products or claims promising a specific amount of weight loss by a set date.
Caralluma fat-burning powder usually refers to powder or an extract from Caralluma fimbriata, a succulent plant. Products can differ in their ingredients and form, so the name alone does not establish exactly what a particular powder contains.
Yes, Caralluma fat-burning powder can be stirred into a smoothie, water, or another food. Its taste and texture vary by product, and mixing it into a drink does not make its weight-loss effects more certain.
No, the formats are not necessarily equivalent: capsules and powders may contain different amounts or forms of Caralluma. Neither format has been shown to reliably cause weight loss, so a capsule is not automatically more effective.
Its safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established. Avoid using Caralluma fat-burning powder during these periods unless your doctor advises otherwise.
Vitamins
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.27µg · 0% DV
Folate
0.84µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
25mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.13mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.55mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 8 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (3 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.
Caralluma fat-burning powder is a supplement made from Caralluma, a fleshy plant. In parts of India, some Caralluma species are traditionally cooked and eaten as vegetables; the powdered supplement is a different way of using the plant. “Fat-burning” is a marketing phrase, not a guaranteed effect.
The powder can taste earthy and slightly bitter, so it is often easier to mix into water, yoghurt or a smoothie than to take on its own. It contains fibre, though the usual serving is small. Follow the directions on the product label, and pair it with a mild-tasting food if you want to soften its flavour.
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 3
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
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.