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Low-calorie herbal tea with antioxidants
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon (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 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% 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
0.2g
· 1% 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 | 0.2 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 | 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 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon tastes tart and fruity, with a warm, sweet-spiced note from the cinnamon. Add lemon gradually and taste as you go, since extra citrus can make an already tangy brew sharper.
It may lower blood pressure somewhat in some people, but hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon is not a treatment or a replacement for prescribed medicine. If you take blood-pressure medication or have low blood pressure, ask your doctor before drinking it regularly.
Steep dried hibiscus flowers with a cinnamon stick in hot water, then add lemon juice once the tea has cooled slightly. This keeps the citrus aroma fresh and lets you adjust the tartness without making the brew overly sour.
Yes, hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon is naturally caffeine-free when made with hibiscus, lemon, and cinnamon alone. A packaged blend may include other tea leaves, so check its ingredients if you need to avoid caffeine.
No, hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but there is no special fat-burning effect from adding hibiscus, lemon, or cinnamon.
There is not enough reliable safety information to recommend regular or concentrated hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon during pregnancy. Ask your doctor before drinking it, particularly if you plan to have it frequently or use a strong brew.
Yes, hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon can be served cold. Brew it first, let it cool, then add lemon and chill it in a covered container; adding the lemon after brewing gives the drink a fresher citrus flavor.
No, hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon does not need sugar, though its naturally tart flavor may take some getting used to. Try adjusting the lemon or cinnamon first, or add a small amount of sweetener if you prefer a milder taste.
Yes, hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon is caffeine-free, so it is unlikely to keep you awake for that reason. Avoid a large cup right before bed if drinking fluids late tends to wake you during the night.
Keep brewed hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon covered in the refrigerator and drink it promptly. Discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes; do not leave the brew sitting at room temperature for an extended period.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4.32mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% 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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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Hibiscus tea with lemon and cinnamon is an infusion of dried hibiscus calyces, brightened with lemon and warmly spiced with cinnamon. Hibiscus drinks have a long presence in food traditions across several regions, so this combination is best thought of as a flavourful variation rather than a dish from one single place.
It brews a deep red, tart and fruity cup, with cinnamon rounding out the sharpness. Enjoy it hot as a caffeine-free alternative to regular tea, or chill it and serve over ice in warmer weather. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories; if you prefer a gentler tartness, use less lemon rather than adding much sugar.
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.