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Caffeine-free herbal tea; digestive-friendly and very low calorie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Fennel anise herbal tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 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) · 240 g
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% 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 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 2 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
No, fennel anise herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free when it contains only herbs. It can be a caffeine-free evening drink, but check the ingredient list if it is a blended product, since added black or green tea would contribute caffeine.
Fennel anise herbal tea may soothe mild gas or bloating, and both seeds have a traditional role in after-meal infusions. Evidence for the blend is limited, so it should not replace medical care for persistent or severe digestive symptoms.
Steep the tea bag or measured fennel-and-anise blend in hot water, keeping the cup covered while it infuses. Follow the package directions for the amount and steeping time, since loose-seed blends and prepared tea bags can differ.
Fennel anise herbal tea tastes sweetly aromatic, with a licorice-like note. Fennel tends to taste softer and anise more pronounced, although the balance depends on the blend; it is not the same as licorice-root tea.
No, fennel anise herbal tea is not necessarily made with star anise. Anise and star anise are different plants, even though both have a similar sweet, licorice-like aroma; check the ingredient list to see which one the blend contains.
Yes, fennel anise herbal tea can be drunk before bed because it is caffeine-free. It is not a proven sleep aid, though; its warmth may be relaxing, but persistent insomnia needs more than a change in tea.
Safety data for regular or concentrated fennel anise herbal tea use during pregnancy are limited. A mild cup is not the same as a high-strength extract, so ask your pregnancy care professional before making it a regular drink.
No, fennel anise herbal tea should not be given routinely to babies for colic. Infants need breast milk or formula as their main drink, and herbal teas are not a proven colic treatment; ask a pediatric clinician about persistent crying.
Yes, fennel anise herbal tea can cause an allergic reaction in people sensitive to fennel, anise, or related plants. Stop drinking it if you develop itching, swelling, or breathing trouble; seek urgent help for a severe reaction.
Many adults can drink fennel anise herbal tea as a regular beverage, but blends vary in strength and ingredients. Follow the product directions, and do not assume concentrated fennel or anise extracts have the same safety profile as brewed tea.
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.24µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 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 2 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.
Fennel anise herbal tea is an infusion made by steeping fennel and anise seeds in hot water. Both are familiar aromatic ingredients in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern kitchens, where seed infusions are often enjoyed after a meal or as a warming drink.
It has a naturally sweet, gently licorice-like aroma and is usually served hot, though it can also be chilled. In English-speaking homes, it makes a caffeine-free alternative to black tea in the evening or alongside a light snack. The brewed drink is extremely low in calories; leaving out sweeteners keeps it that way. For a fuller flavour, lightly crush the seeds before steeping.
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
✓ 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.