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Low-calorie, refreshing herbal infusion
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Herbal tea with ginger and lemon (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% 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 89% · Protein 11% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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 | 7 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Herbal tea with ginger and lemon can be a soothing, hydrating drink, and ginger may help ease mild nausea. It is not a cure for illness, and its benefits depend on how it is prepared and what is added.
Steep sliced or grated ginger in hot water, then add lemon to taste. Adding the lemon after steeping keeps its fresh flavor more noticeable; honey is optional if you want a sweeter drink.
Ginger may help relieve mild nausea for some people, so herbal tea with ginger and lemon can be soothing. It is not a substitute for medical care if nausea is severe, persistent, or accompanied by concerning symptoms.
Herbal tea with ginger and lemon does not cause weight loss by itself. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, which may reduce overall calorie intake without requiring a special tea routine.
Herbal tea with ginger and lemon is caffeine-free when it contains only ginger, lemon, and other caffeine-free herbs. A blend that also includes black or green tea can contain caffeine, so check what is in the mix.
Yes, herbal tea with ginger and lemon can be a bedtime drink because a pure herbal infusion has no caffeine. Its acidity may aggravate reflux for some people, and a large mug may interrupt sleep with a bathroom trip.
Herbal tea with ginger and lemon may be fine in ordinary food-like amounts during pregnancy, but concentrated ginger products are different. Ask your clinician about regular use if you have pregnancy complications or take medication.
Either fresh or ground ginger works in herbal tea with ginger and lemon. Fresh ginger gives a brighter, cleaner flavor, while ground ginger disperses through the drink and can taste stronger, so start with a small amount.
Homemade herbal tea with ginger and lemon can be refrigerated in a covered container, but it tastes freshest soon after brewing. Discard it if its smell or appearance changes rather than trying to improve it by reheating.
Yes, honey can be added to herbal tea with ginger and lemon for sweetness. Stir it in once the drink has cooled slightly so its flavor is not lost in very hot water; honey is not suitable for infants under one.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% 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 7 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.
Herbal tea with ginger and lemon is a fragrant infusion made by steeping ginger and lemon in hot water, sometimes with other herbs in the blend. You can brew it with fresh slices or use a prepared tea blend. The ginger brings a gently warming, peppery note, while lemon adds a bright, tart edge; sweetening it is optional.
It is commonly served hot as a soothing-tasting drink between meals or after dinner, and can also be chilled for a refreshing summer drink. The infusion is very low in calories, with 3 calories per 100 g, so it suits a light drink alongside breakfast or a snack. For a less sweet cup, skip honey or sugar and let the citrus and ginger provide the flavour.
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.