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Instant coffee mix; typically contains coffee, sugar, and Ganoderma
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (mini) of Gano coffee (21 g) has 82 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.7 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 pack (mini) · 21 g
82
KCAL / 21G
Carbs
19.7g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 95% · Protein 2% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 82 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 25 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.5 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 pack (mini) | 21 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 21 g | 82 kcal |
| 2 pack (double) | 42 g | 164 kcal |
| 3 pack (triple) | 63 g | 246 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Gano coffee is an instant coffee mix that typically combines coffee with Ganoderma, also called reishi. Some versions contain sugar or other additions, so the exact ingredients can differ between products.
Yes, Gano coffee contains caffeine because it includes coffee. The amount varies by product, so check the package if you are sensitive to caffeine or need to limit your intake.
To make Gano coffee, stir the sachet or measured mix into hot water, following the package directions. It is an instant drink, so you do not need to brew or boil the powder.
Ganoderma, or reishi, is a mushroom added as an extract to Gano coffee. It is often promoted for health benefits, but Gano coffee has not been proven to prevent or treat disease.
Gano coffee includes Ganoderma extract, while regular coffee does not. Many Gano coffee mixes also include sugar or other ingredients, so they may taste sweeter and differ from plain brewed coffee.
Many Gano coffee mixes contain sugar, though ingredients vary by product. Check the ingredient list rather than assuming a sachet is unsweetened, especially if you are choosing it to reduce added sugar.
Gano coffee tastes like an instant coffee blend with a distinctive, sometimes earthy note from the Ganoderma extract. Versions containing sugar or creamer tend to taste sweeter and less bitter than plain coffee.
No, Gano coffee has not been shown to cause weight loss. Some mixes contain sugar, so they are not automatically a lower-energy substitute for other coffee drinks; consider the full ingredient list and serving.
People with diabetes should check whether their Gano coffee mix contains sugar and consider its serving size. If you use glucose-lowering medication, ask your clinician whether the product is appropriate for you.
Yes, its caffeine may cause jitters, a racing heartbeat, or trouble sleeping in sensitive people. Ganoderma may also interact with some medicines, including blood thinners, so discuss regular use with a clinician if you take medication.
Vitamins
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.17mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.21µg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
12mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
46mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
Sodium
25mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Gano coffee is an instant coffee mix, commonly made with coffee, sugar and Ganoderma, a mushroom ingredient. It is sold in small sachets and stirred into hot water, making it a quick alternative to brewing coffee from grounds.
The cup is typically sweet and coffee-forward, with Ganoderma lending a distinctive earthy, slightly bitter note. It suits a convenient breakfast or an afternoon break, whether made at home or at work; it is not traditionally brewed like Turkish coffee. The mix is predominantly carbohydrate, with 94 g per 100 g. For a less sweet cup, use less mix and add plain coffee to taste.
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.
Low
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 4
Ultra-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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.