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Refreshing herbal drink with vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon hibiscus drink (240 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.6 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 19.2 mg of Vitamin C covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
43
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
10.6g
· 4% 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 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% |
| 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 | 43 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 330 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 90 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
A lemon hibiscus drink is made by steeping dried hibiscus flowers in hot water, then straining and adding lemon juice. Sweeten it if you like, and serve it warm or chill it for an iced version.
No, a lemon hibiscus drink made only with hibiscus and lemon is naturally caffeine-free. Adding black tea, green tea, or another caffeinated ingredient changes that, so check what is included in a bottled blend.
A lemon hibiscus drink tastes tart, fruity, and lightly floral. Lemon adds a sharper citrus note, while sweetener softens the sourness; steep the flowers for less time if you prefer a milder flavor.
Yes, a lemon hibiscus drink is commonly served cold. Steep the hibiscus, strain it, and chill the liquid before adding ice; chilling it first keeps the ice from watering down the flavor.
Add lemon juice after steeping and straining the hibiscus. This makes it easier to adjust the tartness, and for a chilled drink you can wait until the infusion has cooled before mixing in the lemon.
No, a lemon hibiscus drink does not need sugar. It has a naturally tart flavor that many people enjoy unsweetened; if you want it sweeter, stir in sugar or honey while the drink is still warm.
Not exactly: a lemon hibiscus drink is a hibiscus infusion with lemon added, and it may be served chilled or sweetened. Plain hibiscus tea usually refers to the infusion without those additions.
A lemon hibiscus drink can generally be kept covered in the refrigerator for a few days. Its fresh lemon flavor may fade over time, so discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
A lemon hibiscus drink does not cause weight loss by itself. An unsweetened version can be a refreshing alternative to sugary drinks, but adding sugar or honey increases its energy content.
Many adults can enjoy a lemon hibiscus drink as an occasional beverage, but large amounts may not suit everyone because hibiscus can affect blood pressure and interact with some medicines. Ask a clinician if you take medication or have a relevant condition.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
19.2mg · 21% DV
Folate
7.2µg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
B3
0.19mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 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.
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Lemon hibiscus drink is made by steeping the fleshy calyces of the hibiscus flower, then adding lemon. Hibiscus drinks have many regional versions: they are enjoyed as agua de jamaica in Mexico and as karkadé in parts of North Africa and the Middle East, with sweetness and preparation varying from place to place.
Its tart, cranberry-like edge pairs with the lemon’s citrus brightness. It is often served chilled over ice, though it can also be enjoyed warm; at home, adjust the sweetness to taste. Light-bodied and refreshing, it has 18 calories per 100 g. Serve it alongside a meal or as a bright alternative to a sweeter drink, keeping added sugar modest if you prefer.
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
— Not 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.