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Herbal, low-calorie cold drink infused with cherry stems
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cherry stem cold drink (240 g) has 10 calories. That works out to 4 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
10
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 10% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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 | 10 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 4 calories per 100 g.
A cherry stem cold drink is made by steeping clean cherry stems in hot water, straining the infusion, and chilling it. Serve it cold on its own or over ice; add lemon if you want a brighter taste.
No, a cherry stem cold drink does not cause weight loss by itself. When unsweetened, it can be a low-calorie alternative to sugary drinks, but there is no strong evidence that cherry stems burn fat.
No, a cherry stem cold drink does not detox the body. Your liver and kidneys handle waste removal; the drink is simply a herbal infusion, not a cleanse or a treatment.
It may increase urination for some people, but a diuretic effect from cherry stems is not firmly established. If you notice this effect, avoid drinking it close to bedtime.
Either fresh or dried cherry stems can be used for a cherry stem cold drink. Dried stems are commonly used for infusions; wash fresh stems well to remove dirt before steeping.
A cherry stem cold drink has a mild, earthy herbal taste rather than the sweet, fruity flavor of cherries. Lemon can add brightness, while sweetener will make the drink less delicate.
Yes, you can steep the stems again, but the next cherry stem cold drink will usually taste weaker. Use fresh stems when you want a more pronounced herbal flavor.
Keep a cherry stem cold drink in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it while fresh. Discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes noticeably.
A homemade cherry stem cold drink lets you control the strength and whether to add sweetener. Bottled versions can include added ingredients, so read the product details if you want a plain infusion.
There is not enough reliable safety information to recommend regular cherry stem cold drink during pregnancy. Herbal infusions may affect fluid balance or interact with medicines, so ask your healthcare professional before drinking it.
Vitamins
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.72mg · 1% DV
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 10 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.
Cherry stem cold drink is made by steeping cherry stems in water, then chilling and straining the infusion. Cherry-stem infusions are familiar in Turkey as a home-prepared herbal drink; serving one cold makes it a refreshing choice in warm weather. Its flavour is mild and herbal rather than fruity or sweet, so it is often enjoyed plain, over ice, or with a slice of lemon. Let the infusion cool before refrigerating it, and adjust the strength to your taste.
It is mostly water and very low in calories: a 100 g serving has 4 calories. That makes it a light option alongside a meal or as a break-time drink when you want something other than a sweetened beverage. It also pairs easily with simple snacks, and needs no added sugar to serve.
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.