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Calming herbal tea, antioxidant, caffeine-free
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon balm and holy basil tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 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
2
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 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 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 2 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 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 | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 6 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 150 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Lemon balm and holy basil tea is an herbal infusion made by steeping the leaves of lemon balm and holy basil, also called tulsi. It has no tea leaves unless they are added separately, so a pure blend is naturally caffeine-free.
Add a little lemon or honey to lemon balm and holy basil tea to soften its strong, leafy flavor. Letting the herbs steep covered helps preserve their aroma; steeping for too long can make the cup more intense.
Yes, lemon balm and holy basil tea can be served cold. Brew it with hot water, let it cool, then refrigerate it; add ice and a slice of citrus for a refreshing caffeine-free drink.
Lemon balm and holy basil tea may feel calming as part of a relaxing routine, but it is not a proven treatment for stress or anxiety. Its lack of caffeine makes it an alternative to caffeinated drinks when winding down.
Yes, lemon balm and holy basil tea may interact with some medicines, and the evidence varies by herb and medication. Take particular care if you use sedatives or medicines that affect blood sugar or blood clotting.
Most healthy adults can generally enjoy lemon balm and holy basil tea in moderate amounts. Avoid treating large or concentrated servings as automatically safer or more effective, since herbal products can vary in strength.
Holy basil, or tulsi, gives lemon balm and holy basil tea a more peppery, clove-like herbal note alongside lemon balm’s citrusy aroma. The two plants are distinct ingredients, not alternate names for the same herb.
Lemon balm and holy basil tea contains no caffeine and may feel relaxing, but it is not a sleep medicine. If it makes you drowsy, avoid driving or doing tasks that require alertness after drinking it.
The safety of lemon balm and holy basil tea during pregnancy is not well established. Ask your obstetrician or midwife before drinking it regularly, especially because herbal blends can contain concentrated amounts of plant ingredients.
Store dry lemon balm and holy basil tea in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to protect its aroma and keep moisture out. Once brewed, refrigerate the tea and drink it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.2mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.48µg · 0% DV
Folate
1.2µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Calcium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.24µg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4.8mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 2 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.
Lemon balm and holy basil tea is an herbal infusion made by steeping the leaves of lemon balm and holy basil, also known as tulsi. Lemon balm has long been used in parts of Europe and the Mediterranean, while holy basil is especially familiar in South Asian food and drink traditions. Unlike black or green tea, this blend is naturally caffeine-free.
Its flavour brings together lemon balm’s fresh, gently citrusy notes and holy basil’s fuller, peppery-herbal character. It can be served hot or chilled, often plain, after a meal or as an evening drink; in South Asia, tulsi infusions are also commonly enjoyed at home. The brew is very low in calories when unsweetened. If you prefer a milder cup, steep the leaves briefly and add lemon or a little honey to taste.
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.