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Herbal tea, lightly sweetened
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sweetened linden tea (240 g) has 43 calories. That works out to 18 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
43
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
10.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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 |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 3 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 54 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 86 kcal |
Calculated from 18 calories per 100 g.
No, sweetened linden tea made from linden flowers is naturally caffeine-free. It can be a caffeine-free alternative to black tea in the evening, but check the ingredients if you are drinking a packaged blend that may contain other teas.
Steep linden flowers in hot water for about 5–10 minutes, keeping the cup covered, then strain and sweeten to taste. Avoid boiling the flowers for a long time, as prolonged boiling can make the infusion taste harsher.
Sweetened linden tea has a mild, floral taste with a gentle sweetness from the added sugar. The linden itself is not sharply bitter; using less sugar lets its delicate aroma come through more clearly.
Yes, a warm cup of sweetened linden tea may temporarily soothe an irritated throat, but it does not treat the cause of a cold or infection. Seek medical care if symptoms are severe, worsening, or persistent.
Usually, yes: in British English, “lime tea” can mean an infusion of linden flowers, also called lime blossom. It is not made from citrus limes; sweetened linden tea refers to the flower infusion with sugar added.
Yes, sweetened linden tea is naturally caffeine-free, so it is unlikely to keep you awake for the reason coffee or black tea might. If you are limiting sugar, make it with less sugar or leave the sweetener out.
No, steep the linden flowers in hot water rather than boiling them continuously. Long boiling can dull their floral aroma and produce a harsher taste; strain the infusion before adding sugar.
Sweetened linden tea contributes fluid, but it is better not to make it your only drink. Water remains a practical everyday choice, and frequent sweetened cups can add more sugar than you intend.
Ask your doctor or midwife before drinking sweetened linden tea regularly during pregnancy. Herbal infusions are not all equally studied in pregnancy, and the right advice can depend on your health and how often you plan to drink it.
Store sweetened linden tea in a covered container in the refrigerator and aim to drink it within 24 hours. Discard tea left at room temperature for a long time, and reheat only the portion you plan to drink.
Vitamins
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.48µg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.24mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
19mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sweetened linden tea is an infusion made by steeping linden flowers, often with their pale leafy bracts, in hot water and adding sugar. Linden tea is enjoyed in parts of Europe and is especially familiar in Turkey, where dried blossoms are commonly brewed at home during colder months.
Its aroma is floral and gentle, with a mild sweetness; it is usually served hot, after a meal or as a cosy drink between meals. It is light in body, while the added sugar supplies most of its carbohydrate and energy. If you prefer a less sweet cup, use less sugar or add a slice of lemon for a brighter finish.
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.