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Low-calorie antioxidant tea infusion
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Green tea with mint and lemon (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 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 67% · Protein 33% · 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 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Yes, green tea with mint and lemon contains caffeine from the green tea leaves. Mint and lemon do not add caffeine, and the amount varies with the tea and brewing method.
No, green tea with mint and lemon does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace sugary drinks, but there is no good evidence that this combination meaningfully burns fat.
Green tea with mint and lemon provides the tea’s polyphenols and a refreshing, unsweetened drink. It can be a flavorful alternative to sweetened beverages, but it is not a cure or a treatment.
Steep green tea in hot, not boiling, water for a few minutes, then strain it. Add fresh mint and lemon to taste; steeping the leaves too long can make the drink bitter.
You can, but the caffeine in green tea with mint and lemon may make it harder to fall asleep, especially if you are caffeine-sensitive. Choose a caffeine-free green tea or drink it earlier.
No, adding lemon does not remove the antioxidants in green tea with mint and lemon. It changes the flavor and adds vitamin C, but the combination should not be treated as a special health remedy.
Yes, green tea with mint and lemon can be served iced. Brew it with cold water in the refrigerator or chill brewed tea, then add mint and lemon; avoid leaving it out at room temperature for hours.
Yes, the tea’s polyphenols can reduce absorption of iron from plant foods when you drink green tea with mint and lemon alongside a meal. If iron deficiency is a concern, have it between meals.
Yes, green tea with mint and lemon contributes fluid, so it counts toward hydration. Its caffeine does not automatically cancel that fluid, though water is a better choice if you want a caffeine-free drink.
Keep brewed green tea with mint and lemon covered in the refrigerator and drink it within a day for the best flavor. Add fresh mint and lemon just before serving to keep them from turning dull or bitter.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
Vitamin K
3.6µg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Green tea with mint and lemon combines brewed green tea leaves with the bright, citrusy flavour of lemon and the cool, aromatic lift of mint. Green tea has deep roots in East Asia, while this simple flavour combination is enjoyed in many places. It can be served hot for a gentle afternoon drink or chilled over ice in warm weather; in Turkey, where black tea is the everyday favourite, it makes a refreshing alternative at a tea break or after a meal. The brew is lightly grassy and sometimes pleasantly astringent, balanced by the lemon and mint. Made without sweetener, it is very low in energy, with 2 calories per 100 g. For a smoother cup, avoid steeping the leaves for too long.
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
✓ 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.