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Low-calorie infused herbal drink
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hibiscus cinnamon water (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 5% 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
0.2g
· 0% 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 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 1000 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
To make hibiscus cinnamon water, steep dried hibiscus and a cinnamon stick in hot water, then strain. Adjust the strength by removing the hibiscus when the drink tastes right. Serve it warm or chill it before drinking.
Hibiscus cinnamon water tastes tart and fruity, with a warm, sweet-spiced note from the cinnamon. The hibiscus can dominate if steeped for a long time, so strain it once the flavor is balanced to your liking.
Hibiscus cinnamon water does not cause weight loss or burn fat on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, which may help reduce overall energy intake as part of a weight-loss plan.
Hibiscus may modestly lower blood pressure in some people, but cinnamon in an infused drink is not proven to add a reliable effect. The drink should not replace prescribed treatment or blood-pressure monitoring.
No, hibiscus cinnamon water is naturally caffeine-free when made with just hibiscus and cinnamon. Adding black tea or green tea introduces caffeine, so check what else is in the brew if you are avoiding it.
Yes, you can make hibiscus cinnamon water as a cold infusion. Combine the ingredients with cold water and leave them in the refrigerator until the flavor develops, then strain; the result is usually less sharp than a hot brew.
Most healthy adults can include hibiscus cinnamon water as an unsweetened drink, but drinking more is not known to provide extra benefits. Its tartness may bother a sensitive stomach, so stop if it causes discomfort.
Hibiscus cinnamon water is not well studied during pregnancy, and concentrated hibiscus preparations may not be suitable. Ask your pregnancy care professional before drinking it regularly, especially if you take medication or have a pregnancy-related condition.
You can add honey to hibiscus cinnamon water to soften its tart flavor, but honey adds sugar. Try the drink plain first, since cinnamon already gives it a naturally sweet-spiced aroma.
Keep hibiscus cinnamon water in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and drink it while it still smells and tastes fresh. Discard it if its appearance or odor changes, and avoid leaving it at room temperature for a long time.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.48mg · 1% DV
B3
0.07mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.19mg · 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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Hibiscus cinnamon water is an infusion made by steeping dried hibiscus flowers with cinnamon in hot water; it can also be chilled and served cold. Hibiscus gives it a bright, tart, fruity taste, while cinnamon adds a warm, fragrant note. In places where hibiscus drinks are popular, they are often served cold, sometimes sweetened; elsewhere, including in English-speaking households, it works just as well as a caffeine-free herbal-style drink, hot or over ice. Try it unsweetened first, then add a little honey or sugar if you prefer a softer tartness.
Made without sweetener, it is very low in calories, with 2 calories per 100 g. It suits anyone looking for a light alternative to sweet drinks and pairs nicely with fruit or a simple 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
✓ 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.