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Herbal tea, very low calorie, lemon-flavored
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon sage tea (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 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 | 2.4 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 |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 piece (quarter) | 30 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Lemon sage tea is a soothing, warm drink that may temporarily ease a dry or scratchy throat. Its pleasant flavor can make it comforting, but it does not treat infections or replace medical care.
Steep sage leaves in hot water, then add lemon juice or a slice of lemon to make lemon sage tea. Avoid steeping it for too long, as the flavor can turn bitter; add honey after it cools slightly if desired.
No, lemon sage tea is naturally caffeine-free when brewed from sage leaves and lemon. It can be a caffeine-free alternative to black tea or coffee, including in the evening.
Most adults can enjoy lemon sage tea in moderation, but drinking large amounts of strong sage infusion every day is not a good idea. Some sage varieties contain thujone, which can be harmful at high doses.
Ask your healthcare professional before drinking lemon sage tea regularly or in concentrated amounts during pregnancy. Sage may not be suitable in medicinal quantities, and adding lemon does not remove that concern.
Lemon sage tea may temporarily soothe a sore throat because a warm drink can feel comforting and help keep you hydrated. It cannot cure the cause, so seek care if symptoms are severe or persistent.
Yes, lemon sage tea contains no caffeine when made with sage and lemon, so it is unlikely to interfere with sleep for that reason. A large cup right before bed may still wake you for a bathroom trip.
Add lemon after steeping the sage to make lemon sage tea, so you can control its tartness without leaving the peel or juice to steep too long. A lemon slice or a small squeeze is usually enough.
No, lemon sage tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but lemon does not burn fat or accelerate weight loss.
Store leftover lemon sage tea in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a short time. For the freshest flavor, prepare it just before drinking; adding lemon later can help preserve its taste.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.6mg · 4% DV
Vitamin K
1.2µg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 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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Lemon sage tea is an herbal infusion made by steeping sage leaves in hot water and adding lemon, either as a slice or a little juice. The balance is easy to adjust: a shorter steep keeps the flavour gentler, while more time brings out sage’s distinctive herbal, slightly peppery notes. It is naturally caffeine-free and can be enjoyed hot at any time of day, including after a meal or as an alternative to ordinary tea.
Lemon adds a bright, tart edge that keeps the aromatic sage from tasting too heavy. The drink is very low in calories when served plain, making it a light choice alongside a snack or on its own. Start with a small squeeze of lemon, then add more to taste; leaving out sweeteners keeps the cup especially light.
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
✓ 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.