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Low-calorie coffee powder, typically instant coffee-based and marketed for dieting/weight-management use.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (small) of Diet coffee powder (2 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 353 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.5 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 2 g
7
KCAL / 2G
Carbs
1.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% 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 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% |
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) | 2 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 3 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 4 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 6 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 8 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 10 g | 35 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 42 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 353 kcal |
Calculated from 353 calories per 100 g.
No, diet coffee powder does not cause weight loss on its own. It is marketed for weight management, but it is not a proven fat burner; drinking it cannot replace the eating and activity changes needed for lasting weight loss.
Diet coffee powder is usually based on instant coffee, and some products add sweeteners or other ingredients. Formulas vary by brand, so the name alone does not tell you whether a particular blend contains herbs or other additives.
Stir diet coffee powder into hot water until it dissolves. Some products can also be served cold, but the amount of powder and water varies by formulation, so use the preparation directions on the package.
Usually, yes: diet coffee powder is commonly made with instant coffee, which contains caffeine. The amount varies between products, and caffeine can interfere with sleep if you drink it late in the day.
No, diet coffee powder is not a breakfast replacement. As a coffee drink, it does not provide the range of nutrients found in a meal; have it alongside breakfast rather than relying on it as your only morning intake.
Yes, you can mix diet coffee powder with milk instead of water. Milk changes the drink’s flavor and nutritional content, while adding sugar or flavored creamer may make a product marketed as a diet drink less suitable for your preferences.
For most adults, a daily serving is generally fine if its caffeine does not cause problems such as jitters, palpitations, or poor sleep. Check how it affects you, especially if you already drink other caffeinated beverages.
It can, depending on the ingredients and the fasting rules you follow. Plain black coffee is often allowed during a fast, but diet coffee powder may contain sweeteners or other additions, so it is not automatically equivalent to plain coffee.
Not always; diet coffee powder can taste different from plain instant coffee because added sweeteners or other ingredients may change its sweetness, aroma, or aftertaste. The flavor varies by product, so a blend marketed for dieting is not necessarily just stronger coffee.
Keep diet coffee powder tightly sealed in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture can make the powder clump, and exposure to air or strong odors can dull its aroma; use a dry spoon each time.
Vitamins
B3
0.37mg · 2% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.02µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
37mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.2mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
5mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (2 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Diet coffee powder is a powdered drink mix, usually based on instant coffee and marketed for people watching their weight. Formulas vary, so check the packet for the ingredients and suggested amount rather than assuming every product is simply ground coffee.
Stir it into hot water for a quick cup at breakfast or during a coffee break; depending on the blend, the flavour may be milder or more flavoured than plain instant coffee. You can add milk or a plant-based alternative, and leave out added sugar if you want to keep the drink simple. Its nutrition is mainly carbohydrate, with little fat. It suits anyone looking for a convenient coffee mix, but the “diet” label itself does not promise weight loss.
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
✓ 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.