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Unsweetened, low-calorie herbal infusion flavored with citrus and ginger.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ginger, lemon and mandarin tea (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 8% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Steep sliced fresh ginger in hot water, then add lemon and mandarin juice or slices. Adding the citrus after steeping gives the drink a brighter flavor than boiling the fruit.
Yes, ginger, lemon and mandarin tea is naturally caffeine-free when made as an herbal infusion. Check that no black or green tea has been added if you are buying a blend.
A warm cup may temporarily soothe throat irritation and help you take in fluids, but ginger, lemon and mandarin tea does not cure the infection causing a sore throat.
Yes, a small piece of clean mandarin peel can add a fragrant citrus note to ginger, lemon and mandarin tea. Avoid the white pith if you dislike its bitter taste.
Both work: fresh ginger gives ginger, lemon and mandarin tea a brighter, lighter flavor, while powdered ginger tastes more concentrated and may leave fine sediment in the cup.
Steep the ginger briefly and add the lemon and mandarin near the end rather than boiling them for a long time. Remove citrus peel and slices once the tea reaches the flavor you like.
It can be a bedtime drink because ginger, lemon and mandarin tea contains no caffeine. Its citrus acidity may trigger reflux for some people, so avoid drinking it just before lying down if that happens to you.
Ginger, lemon and mandarin tea does not directly cause weight loss. Unsweetened, it can replace a sweetened drink, but adding honey or sugar increases its energy content.
Most people can enjoy ginger, lemon and mandarin tea daily as a caffeine-free drink. Very strong ginger may irritate the stomach, and citrus can aggravate heartburn in some people.
Store homemade ginger, lemon and mandarin tea in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a few days. Remove the fruit pieces first to limit bitterness as it sits.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.6mg · 4% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 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 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Ginger, lemon and mandarin tea is a caffeine-free infusion made by steeping ginger with lemon and mandarin, rather than a brew of tea leaves. It can be prepared with fresh or dried ginger and slices or peel of the fruit, making it easy to adapt to what you have on hand.
The ginger brings a warm, peppery bite, balanced by the bright tartness and fragrant sweetness of the citrus. Serve it hot as a cosy drink, or chill it for a refreshing alternative; a little honey can be added if you prefer it sweeter. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories—2 per 100 g according to the listed values—so it suits those looking for a light drink alongside breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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
— Not 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.