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Very low-calorie coffee beverage when prepared without sugar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Herbal functional coffee (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.3 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
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% 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 70% · Protein 30% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.3 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 serving (extra small) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Herbal functional coffee may contain caffeine if it includes coffee beans, while blends made without coffee may be caffeine-free. The word “herbal” does not tell you which kind it is. Check the product’s ingredient and caffeine information before choosing it.
Ingredients vary by herbal functional coffee product. Some combine coffee with botanical extracts, while others use coffee alternatives or a blend of ingredients. There is no single standard recipe, so the ingredient list is the reliable way to find out which plants and other components it contains.
No, herbal functional coffee is not necessarily mushroom coffee. Some products may include mushrooms, but the name can also refer to coffee blended with other botanicals or to a coffee alternative. Check the ingredients to see whether a particular product contains mushrooms.
Prepare herbal functional coffee according to its form and package directions. Instant powders are usually mixed with water, while ground blends may need brewing. Following the suggested water amount and method helps the ingredients dissolve or extract properly and gives a more consistent cup.
Herbal functional coffee can taste roasted and bitter if it contains coffee, with additional aromas from its botanical ingredients. Products without coffee can taste quite different. Because blends vary, start with a small cup before adding sweeteners or milk.
Herbal functional coffee can replace regular coffee as a drink, but it may not provide the same caffeine or taste. Some blends contain coffee; others do not. If you are switching to reduce caffeine, choose a product that clearly states it is caffeine-free.
Yes, you can drink herbal functional coffee before a workout if it suits you. Caffeine-containing blends may feel stimulating, while caffeine-free ones will not provide that effect. Try it at a familiar time first, since some ingredients or coffee may upset your stomach.
No, herbal functional coffee does not cause weight loss on its own. Prepared without sugar or sweeteners, it can be a low-calorie drink, but adding them changes that. Weight change comes from broader eating and activity patterns, not a special coffee blend.
You can drink herbal functional coffee at night if it is caffeine-free and does not disturb your sleep. A blend containing caffeine may make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep. Check the product’s caffeine information, especially when the ingredients are unfamiliar.
Yes, milk can be added to herbal functional coffee, though it may soften bitter or herbal flavors and change the drink’s texture. For a powdered blend, first mix it with a little hot water to help it dissolve, then add milk.
Vitamins
B3
0.22mg · 1% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
7.2mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 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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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Herbal functional coffee is a coffee-based drink blended with plant ingredients or extracts; the exact mix varies by product, so check the label for what it contains. It is generally prepared with hot water and can be served black or with milk, depending on the blend and your preference.
People may drink it as a morning cup or an afternoon coffee break, much like other coffee drinks. Prepared without sugar, it is very low in calories—about 2 kcal per 100 g. Sweeteners, syrups and milk add to that, so serve it plain if you want to keep it light. Pair it with breakfast or a small snack, and follow the package directions if the blend is unfamiliar.
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 3
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.