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Natural herbal tea, diuretic, antioxidant
In season: Summer
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Cherry Stem Tea (200 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Cherry Stem Tea is a light herbal infusion made by steeping dried cherry stems in hot water. It is prepared in Turkey and elsewhere where cherries are enjoyed, often using stems saved and dried at home. Despite its name, it does not taste like sweet cherry juice: the fruit itself is not brewed into the cup.
The infusion is usually pale golden, with a mild, slightly grassy flavour and a faint fruity note. Drink it warm on its own, or add a little lemon; it can also be served chilled. It is a very low-energy alternative to sweetened drinks, especially when you leave out sugar. A shorter steep keeps the flavour delicate rather than woody.
Selected: 100 g
1
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 33% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0.5µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
2mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 100 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.
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
Cherry stem tea is traditionally used as a herbal infusion, often because it may increase urination. That effect does not mean it detoxifies the body or treats a medical condition, and strong evidence for other health benefits is limited.
To make cherry stem tea, steep dried cherry stems in hot water, then strain them out before drinking. Follow the directions on a packaged product if available, since cut size and preparation instructions can vary.
Cherry stem tea does not cause meaningful fat loss. If it makes the scale drop briefly by increasing urination, that change reflects water loss rather than body fat and may return when you rehydrate.
It may increase urination, which is why cherry stem tea is often described as a diuretic. The effect is not a proven treatment for fluid retention, and frequent urination can be inconvenient or contribute to dehydration.
No, cherry stem tea is a caffeine-free herbal infusion made from cherry stems, not tea leaves. It does not provide the stimulant effect of black tea or coffee, though drinking it late may still wake you to urinate.
Cherry stem tea usually has a mild, earthy, slightly woody taste rather than the sweet flavor of cherry fruit. Steeping it for too long can make the infusion taste more bitter.
There is no well-established daily amount shown to be safe or beneficial for everyone. Because cherry stem tea may increase urination, avoid drinking large amounts regularly, especially if you are prone to dehydration.
You can drink cherry stem tea before bed, but its possible diuretic effect may make you wake up to use the bathroom. If that disrupts your sleep, have it earlier in the day.
Cherry stem tea may cause more frequent urination and, in some people, stomach discomfort. Drinking a lot could contribute to dehydration; stop if you feel unwell, unusually thirsty, or dizzy.
The safety of cherry stem tea during pregnancy has not been well established. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or take diuretic medication, ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.