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Soothing herbal tea with honey and lemon
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Linden tea with honey and lemon (240 g) has 55 calories. That works out to 23 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
55
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
13.9g
· 5% 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 99% · Protein 1% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 55 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% |
| 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 | 55 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 3 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 150 g | 35 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 69 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 81 kcal |
Calculated from 23 calories per 100 g.
Linden tea with honey and lemon can feel soothing and may ease throat irritation as a warm drink. It does not cure a cold or other illness, but it can contribute to your fluid intake.
Steep linden flowers in hot water, covered, then strain the tea. Let it cool slightly before stirring in honey and lemon. Adding honey after steeping preserves its flavor and avoids putting it into boiling water.
Linden tea with honey and lemon is caffeine-free, so it can be a suitable evening drink. However, there is not strong evidence that it induces sleep; drinking a large cup just before bed may wake you to urinate.
No, Linden tea with honey and lemon cannot cure a cold. Its warmth may soothe an irritated throat, and drinking it adds fluid, but it does not eliminate the infection or replace needed medical care.
No. Do not give Linden tea with honey and lemon to a baby under one year old because honey can cause infant botulism. For older children, serve it at a safe temperature and avoid treating it as a substitute for water or medical advice.
The safety of linden tea during pregnancy is not well established. Ask your doctor or dietitian before drinking it regularly, especially if you use other herbal products or have a pregnancy-related health concern.
Lemon mainly adds flavor and acidity to Linden tea with honey and lemon; it does not make the tea a proven cold remedy. If citrus worsens your heartburn, use less lemon or leave it out.
Most healthy adults can enjoy Linden tea with honey and lemon as a beverage, but it is not necessary to drink it daily for a health benefit. Keep in mind that honey adds sweetness, and vary your drinks.
Steep Linden tea with honey and lemon covered until the flowers have released their aroma, then strain. A longer steep can make the flavor stronger or more bitter; follow the directions on your linden tea if provided.
Store leftover Linden tea with honey and lemon in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it promptly. Do not leave brewed tea at room temperature for a long time, and avoid reheating the same batch repeatedly.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.48µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.19mg · 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 55 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 honey and lemon is an infusion made by steeping linden flowers, often with their leafy bracts, in hot water, then adding honey and lemon. Linden has a long tradition in Europe and is also familiar in Turkey. Its gentle floral aroma and mild taste are brightened by citrus, while honey gives the cup a rounded sweetness.
It is usually served hot as a simple drink between meals or in the evening; it also pairs well with plain biscuits or a light snack. The infusion itself contributes little protein or fat, while most of its carbohydrate comes from the honey. Add honey gradually if you prefer a less sweet 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
— Not 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.