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Antioxidant, low calorie, source of vitamin C
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Loquat tea (200 g) has 8 calories. That works out to 4 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 5 mg of Vitamin C covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
8
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
2g
· 1% 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 91% · Protein 9% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 8 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| 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) | 200 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 100 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 350 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 400 g | 16 kcal |
Calculated from 4 calories per 100 g.
Yes, loquat tea made only from loquat leaves is naturally caffeine-free. Blended products may contain caffeinated tea, such as green or black tea, so check the ingredient list if you are avoiding caffeine.
To make loquat tea, wash the leaves thoroughly, remove their fine hairs, and steep or gently simmer them in water. Strain the drink through a fine-mesh strainer before serving, since leaf hairs can irritate the throat.
Loquat tea usually means an infusion made from loquat leaves, not the fruit. Steeping the fruit makes a different drink, and the fruit’s nutrients should not be assumed to transfer to leaf tea.
Loquat tea has a mild, leafy, slightly herbal taste rather than the sweet, juicy flavor of loquat fruit. A long steep can make it more bitter, so shorten the steeping time if you prefer a gentler cup.
Loquat leaves contain antioxidant plant compounds, but there is not good evidence that loquat tea prevents or treats disease. Unsweetened, it can be a simple herbal drink; it should not replace prescribed medication or medical care.
Loquat tea has not been reliably shown to lower blood sugar. Drinking it unsweetened avoids added sugar, but it is not a diabetes treatment; if you take glucose-lowering medication, ask your healthcare professional before using it regularly for that purpose.
Yes, remove the fine fuzz from loquat leaves before brewing. The hairs, especially on the underside, can irritate the mouth or throat; wash and gently rub the leaves, then strain the tea through a fine mesh.
No, do not use loquat seeds in tea. They contain compounds that can release cyanide, and crushing or steeping the seeds is not a safe preparation method. Use properly cleaned leaves instead.
Yes, plain loquat tea is naturally caffeine-free, so it is unlikely to disrupt sleep through caffeine. A large drink just before bed may still wake you for a bathroom trip, so keep the serving modest.
Store brewed loquat tea in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a few days. Do not leave it out for extended periods; discard it if its smell, appearance, or clarity changes.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
5mg · 6% DV
Biotin
0.2µg · 1% DV
B3
0.08mg · 1% DV
Folate
2µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Calcium
8mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 8 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 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.
Loquat tea is usually made by steeping dried loquat leaves in hot water, though some versions use the fruit as well. Its flavour is mild and herbal, with a gentle fruity note. It is commonly served hot as an herbal infusion, or chilled for a refreshing drink; a squeeze of lemon can complement it. You can enjoy it after a meal or as a light alternative to a sweetened drink.
It is very low in calories, with 4 kcal per 100 g, and is noted as a source of vitamin C. The exact taste and nutrient content can vary with the ingredients and strength of the brew. Steep the leaves longer for a fuller flavour, or keep the infusion light if you prefer a more delicate cup.
Medium
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.