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Kambu tea Calories
Brewed kambu (pearl millet) tea, low-calorie, antioxidant-rich, gluten-free, and mineral-dense beverage.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Kambu tea (200 g) has 4 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.6 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Kambu tea Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
4
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
0.6g
· 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 75% · Protein 25% · Fat 0%
Kambu tea nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 4 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.6 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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Kambu tea?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (extra small) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 400 g | 8 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kambu tea
What is Kambu tea?
Kambu tea is a drink brewed from kambu, or pearl millet, rather than from tea leaves. It is a grain-based infusion, so its flavor and caffeine content differ from black or green tea.
How do you make Kambu tea?
Kambu tea is commonly made by simmering roasted pearl millet grains in water and straining the liquid. Roasting gives it a deeper, toastier flavor; the method can vary depending on whether you have whole grains or a prepared product.
What does Kambu tea taste like?
Kambu tea tastes mild, grain-like, and earthy. Roasting the pearl millet before brewing brings out a toastier aroma, so the drink is less like the brisk, sometimes bitter taste of conventional tea.
Does Kambu tea contain caffeine?
Pure Kambu tea is naturally caffeine-free because it is brewed from pearl millet, not tea leaves or coffee beans. A blend containing black tea, green tea, or coffee will have caffeine from those added ingredients.
What are the benefits of drinking Kambu tea?
Kambu tea offers a light, low-calorie drink when served plain, and pearl millet contains antioxidants and minerals. The amount that ends up in the brewed drink varies, so it should not be treated as a remedy for a health condition.
Does Kambu tea help with weight loss?
No, Kambu tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened Kambu tea can replace a sugary drink, but it has no special fat-burning effect.
Can people with diabetes drink Kambu tea?
People with diabetes can generally choose plain, strained Kambu tea, which contains little carbohydrate; added sugar or unstrained grains can change that. If you use glucose-lowering medication or are unsure how it affects your blood sugar, ask your clinician or dietitian.
Can you drink Kambu tea every day?
Yes, most people can drink plain Kambu tea daily. Keep added sugar in mind, and vary your drinks rather than relying on Kambu tea as your only source of fluids.
Can you drink Kambu tea on an empty stomach?
Yes, you can drink Kambu tea on an empty stomach. Pure Kambu tea is caffeine-free, so it is not stimulating in the way coffee or regular tea can be; have it with food if it bothers your stomach.
Can Kambu tea be served cold?
Yes, Kambu tea can be served cold. Brew and strain it first, then chill it in the refrigerator; adding sweet syrup changes the drink’s nutritional profile.
Kambu tea Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Biotin
0.4µg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.2mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
Kambu tea Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kambu tea
To burn the 4 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
What is Kambu tea?
Kambu tea is a grain-based drink made by steeping or simmering kambu, the Tamil name for pearl millet, in water; it is not brewed from tea leaves. Kambu is widely used in South India, where millet drinks and porridges are part of everyday food traditions. The infusion has a mild, gently nutty, cereal-like taste rather than the tannic sharpness of black tea.
It can be served warm as a simple drink alongside a meal or as a caffeine-free alternative to ordinary tea. Outside South Asia, it is an easy way to try a familiar regional grain in a different form. The strained drink is very light, with 2 calories per 100 g. Keep it unsweetened if you want to preserve that low-calorie character; it pairs well with a savoury breakfast or a small snack.
How Nutritious Is Kambu tea?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Kambu tea Processed?
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.
Does Kambu tea Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Kambu tea Good For?
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
Kambu tea Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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