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Low-calorie, typically caffeinated herbal tea infusion
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Metabolism-boosting tea (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 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 78% · Protein 22% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (diced) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (whole) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Any effect is generally small and temporary. Caffeine and green-tea catechins may slightly increase energy expenditure, but metabolism-boosting tea does not create a lasting metabolic change or reliably produce weight loss.
It may help indirectly if it replaces a sugary drink, but metabolism-boosting tea is not a weight-loss treatment. Drinking it by itself does not reliably reduce body fat.
There is no standard recipe. Metabolism-boosting tea may contain green tea, mate, ginger, cinnamon, or other herbs, and some blends include caffeine while others do not.
Steep the tea or herbs you have chosen in hot water, then strain if needed. For a green-tea blend, use water that has cooled slightly from boiling and avoid steeping it too long, which can make the drink bitter.
There is no proven best time to drink metabolism-boosting tea for fat loss. If your blend contains caffeine, have it earlier in the day so it is less likely to interfere with sleep.
No. Green tea is one possible ingredient in metabolism-boosting tea, but the latter is a broad name for blends that may contain other herbs or no green tea at all.
Sometimes. Metabolism-boosting tea made with green tea or mate usually contains caffeine, while herbal-only blends may be caffeine-free; the name alone does not tell you which kind it is.
You can, if the blend suits you, but it is not a substitute for water or a source of substantial workout fuel. Caffeine may feel stimulating, yet it can also cause jitters or stomach discomfort in some people.
Yes. Caffeinated blends can cause restlessness, a racing heartbeat, or trouble sleeping, while some herbs may upset the stomach. The effects depend on the ingredients and how much you drink.
Not every blend is suitable, because caffeine levels and herbal ingredients vary. If you are pregnant or take medication, ask your clinician or pharmacist about the specific ingredients before drinking it regularly.
Vitamins
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.8mg · 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 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
Metabolism-boosting tea is a broad name for an infusion rather than one fixed recipe. Depending on the blend, it may contain green tea, mate, ginger, cinnamon or other herbs and spices, steeped in hot water. The ingredients—and whether it contains caffeine—vary by product; the name alone does not mean it will speed up metabolism.
It can be sipped plain throughout the day, or served with lemon; in Turkey, it may also stand in for a cup of tea between meals. If the blend includes green tea or mate, check the label if you are avoiding caffeine, particularly later in the day. Unsweetened, it is a very low-calorie drink. Try it without sugar or honey for a lighter 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
✓ 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.