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Immune-supporting, antioxidant, warming herbal tea
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Elderberry Winter Tea (240 g) has 12 calories. That works out to 5 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 14.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
12
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
2.9g
· 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 94% · Protein 6% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 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 | 12 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 300 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 18 kcal |
Calculated from 5 calories per 100 g.
Elderberry Winter Tea is not a proven cold treatment. Drinking it warm may soothe a dry or irritated throat, but evidence that elderberry prevents colds or shortens illness is limited and does not establish a cure.
Steep Elderberry Winter Tea in freshly boiled water, following the blend’s directions for time and amount. Strain if needed. A little honey can sweeten it, but let the drink cool before adding honey for a smoother flavor.
Elderberry Winter Tea usually tastes fruity and tart, with a warming, spiced finish when cinnamon, ginger, or cloves are included. The flavor varies by blend, and a little honey can soften the tartness.
Elderberry Winter Tea is caffeine-free when it contains only elderberry, herbs, fruit, and spices. Some blends include black or green tea, which adds caffeine, so the ingredients determine whether it may affect sleep.
Yes, you can prepare Elderberry Winter Tea with food-grade dried, ripe elderberries. Do not use raw or unripe berries, leaves, or stems: they can contain compounds that cause nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
Many people drink an ordinary cup of Elderberry Winter Tea as a beverage, but there is no established daily dose for every blend. Follow its preparation directions, and do not treat concentrated elderberry extract as ordinary tea.
Elderberry Winter Tea can be made with ripe elderberries that have been properly cooked. Avoid eating raw berries or blending them into an uncooked drink, since uncooked elderberry parts can cause digestive symptoms.
Elderberry Winter Tea has not been adequately studied in pregnancy, and blends can contain different herbs and spices. Ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly or using an elderberry extract.
Yes, Elderberry Winter Tea can cause nausea, cramps, or diarrhea if it contains raw or improperly prepared elderberry parts, or if you are sensitive to an ingredient. Stop drinking it if symptoms develop.
Brewed Elderberry Winter Tea is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to keep it, cool it promptly, refrigerate it in a covered container, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
14.4mg · 16% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
Vitamin K
2.4µg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Calcium
14mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.24mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 12 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Elderberry Winter Tea is a warm herbal infusion made with elderberries; depending on the blend, it may also include spices or other herbs. The berries give it a fruity, gently tart flavour, while additions such as cinnamon can make the cup more fragrant and warming. Blends and preparation methods vary, so follow the directions on the tea you have.
It is commonly enjoyed hot during colder weather, either on its own or alongside a small snack. The brewed drink is mostly water and very low in energy, with 5 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter cup, drink it unsweetened; a little lemon can complement its fruitiness, while honey adds sweetness if desired.
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 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.