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Soothing, antioxidant, caffeine-free herbal tea
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Linden tea (dried) (2 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 2 g
5
KCAL / 2G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 92% · Protein 8% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 tablespoon (medium) | 2 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 0.7 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 1.5 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 2 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 3 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
Linden tea is a caffeine-free herbal drink that may feel soothing and help you unwind. It contains antioxidant compounds, but it has not been shown to cure a cold, insomnia, or another illness.
No, plain linden tea is naturally caffeine-free. It does not have the stimulating effect of coffee or black tea; a blend may contain caffeine if it includes tea leaves or another caffeinated ingredient.
Pour freshly boiled water over the dried linden flowers, cover the cup, and steep for about 5–10 minutes before straining. Covering the tea helps retain its aroma, while a longer steep can make it more bitter.
It is usually better not to boil dried linden flowers for a long time. Pouring hot water over them and letting them steep preserves their delicate aroma; prolonged boiling can make the drink taste harsh.
Linden tea contains no caffeine, and a warm cup may help you relax before bed. It is not a sedative or a proven treatment for insomnia, so it will not necessarily make you sleepy.
Linden tea may temporarily soothe an irritated throat when served warm, but it does not treat the cause of a cold or cough. Seek medical advice for severe or persistent symptoms or trouble breathing.
Many adults can drink linden tea regularly in moderate amounts, but a standard daily limit has not been established. Safety is less certain with large amounts consumed over long periods, so avoid treating it like unlimited water.
The safety of linden tea during pregnancy has not been firmly established. Ask your healthcare professional before drinking it regularly or in large amounts, since herbal products can have effects that are not well studied.
Linden tea has a mild, floral aroma and a delicate, slightly sweet taste. Steeping it for too long can bring out bitterness; honey or lemon can be added if you prefer a sweeter or brighter cup.
Keep dried linden tea in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Moisture can cause it to spoil, while heat and light can gradually dull its aroma.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
0.9µg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.16mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Calcium
14mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.14mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
13mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (2 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.
Dried linden tea is made from the flowers and leafy bracts of the linden tree, steeped in hot water as a caffeine-free herbal infusion. It has a gentle floral aroma and a mild, rounded taste. In Turkey, it is often sipped during cold weather or in the evening, usually plain, though some people add lemon or honey. Elsewhere, it is served much like other herbal teas, either on its own or alongside a light snack. A medium tablespoon is about 2 g, enough for a cup depending on how strong you like it.
The brewed drink contributes little energy to a meal; the nutrition figures apply to the dried herb. Keep the infusion light by using a smaller amount or steeping it briefly, and pair it with fruit or a simple biscuit.
High
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.