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Caffeine-free herbal tea; very low calorie
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Linden tea with hibiscus (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0 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
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 | 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 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) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
No, linden tea with hibiscus is naturally caffeine-free because it is made from flowers rather than tea leaves. It can be a caffeine-free alternative to black tea or coffee, though it is not a treatment for insomnia.
Pour hot water over dried linden flowers and hibiscus, let them steep for several minutes, then strain. Hibiscus adds a tart, fruity flavor, so use less of it if you prefer a milder cup.
Linden tea with hibiscus tastes floral and lightly fruity, with hibiscus bringing a noticeable tang. Compared with plain linden tea, it is usually more tart and has a deeper red color.
Linden tea with hibiscus is a caffeine-free drink that can contribute to fluid intake and offer a soothing warm beverage. It has not been shown to cure colds or other illnesses; any comfort from drinking it is temporary.
Hibiscus may modestly lower blood pressure in some people, but the effect of a cup of linden tea with hibiscus is not predictable. If you take blood-pressure medicine or already have low blood pressure, ask your clinician before drinking it regularly.
Yes, linden tea with hibiscus is caffeine-free, so it is less likely than caffeinated tea to interfere with sleep. A large cup right before bed may still wake you to urinate, so drink it earlier if that affects you.
Linden tea with hibiscus does not cure or shorten a cold, but a warm cup may temporarily soothe a scratchy throat and help you take in fluids. Seek medical care for severe or worsening symptoms rather than relying on tea.
Many healthy adults can enjoy linden tea with hibiscus daily in ordinary beverage amounts. Avoid making it unusually concentrated, and be cautious with regular use if you have low blood pressure or take medication that affects blood pressure.
There is not enough reliable evidence to establish that linden tea with hibiscus is safe during pregnancy, particularly in concentrated or frequent amounts. Ask your healthcare professional before making it a regular drink.
Yes, linden tea with hibiscus can be served iced. Brew it, strain out the flowers, and chill it before serving; the hibiscus gives the cold drink a tart flavor, so you can adjust the amount to taste.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.72mg · 1% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.24µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.19mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
3.6mg · 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.
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.
Linden tea with hibiscus is a caffeine-free herbal infusion made by steeping linden blossoms and hibiscus calyces in hot water. Linden tea is enjoyed in parts of Europe and beyond, while hibiscus is used in infusions around the world; together, they make a floral drink with a distinctly tangy edge.
The linden brings a gentle, mellow aroma, balanced by hibiscus’s bright tartness and deep colour. Drink it hot in the evening or serve it chilled, as is common with hibiscus-based drinks in many places. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories—about 1 per 100 g—so it suits a light break between meals. A slice of lemon can complement the tang, while a little honey softens it if you prefer a sweeter cup.
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.