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Tea with added hydrolyzed collagen, protein boost
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Collagen tea (200 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 20 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 9 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) · 200 g
40
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
0.4g
· 0% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% 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 4% · Protein 96% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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) | 200 g | 40 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 150 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 20 calories per 100 g.
Collagen tea is tea with hydrolyzed collagen added to it, usually as a powder. The collagen is an added ingredient rather than something naturally present in ordinary tea, so its source and serving instructions depend on the product.
Collagen tea is not a proven treatment for joint pain. Some research has examined collagen peptide supplements for joint symptoms, but the evidence is limited and does not establish that drinking collagen tea will prevent or treat joint problems.
No, adding hydrolyzed collagen to a hot cup of tea does not make it useless. It can be mixed into hot drinks; adding it after brewing and stirring thoroughly can help it dissolve more evenly.
Make collagen tea by brewing your preferred tea and stirring in hydrolyzed collagen powder. Follow the product’s directions for the amount, and add the powder once the tea is brewed to make mixing easier.
It can taste slightly different from regular tea. The tea variety and collagen powder both affect the flavour, and some powders leave a mild taste or smell; an unsweetened flavoured tea can help mask it.
No, collagen tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Its protein may help you feel fuller for a while, but drinking it is not a substitute for an overall eating pattern that supports your goals.
Collagen tea contains caffeine only if its tea base does. Black and green tea typically contain caffeine, while many herbal teas do not; adding collagen does not remove or add caffeine.
There is no proven best time to drink collagen tea. You can have it whenever it suits you; if it is made with caffeinated tea, consider avoiding it close to bedtime if caffeine affects your sleep.
Yes, collagen tea breaks a fast because collagen powder provides protein and energy. Plain tea without collagen is generally treated differently in fasting routines, but the rules vary with the purpose of the fast.
There is not enough reliable information to say that every collagen tea product is suitable during pregnancy. Ingredients and collagen sources vary, so ask your healthcare professional before using one.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
30mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.2mg · 1% DV
Calcium
10mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 40 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 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.
Collagen tea is brewed tea with hydrolyzed collagen mixed in. It is a contemporary way to add collagen to a familiar drink, rather than a traditional tea with one established place of origin. It can be made with black tea or another brewed tea, depending on preference.
The tea’s usual aroma and warmth remain central, while the added collagen may give the drink a slightly fuller feel. It can be sipped at breakfast or during a tea break, served hot or chilled. Its main nutritional distinction is added protein: it provides 4.5 g per 100 g. For a lighter cup, leave out sweeteners, and stir thoroughly so the collagen dissolves evenly.
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 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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ 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.