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Refreshing herbal tea, antioxidant-rich, caffeine-free
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mint lemon hibiscus tea (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 4.8 mg of Vitamin C covers 5% 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
1g
· 0% 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 83% · Protein 17% · 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 | 1 g | 0% |
| 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 | 5 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (diced) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 300 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
No, mint lemon hibiscus tea is naturally caffeine-free when it contains only mint, lemon, and hibiscus. Some packaged blends add black or green tea, which do contain caffeine, so check the ingredient list if you are avoiding it.
Steep hibiscus and mint in hot water, then strain and add lemon to taste. A shorter steep gives a milder, less tart cup. The basic drink is a minimally processed herbal infusion rather than a tea made from tea leaves.
Yes, mint lemon hibiscus tea works well chilled. Brew it hot and cool it before serving over ice, or steep the ingredients in cold water for longer. Its tart hibiscus and bright mint flavors make it a refreshing cold drink.
Hibiscus tea may modestly lower blood pressure in some people, but the effect is not a substitute for treatment and is not guaranteed. If you take blood-pressure medicine, regular hibiscus tea could affect your readings; do not change your medication based on the tea.
Safety data for regularly drinking hibiscus tea during pregnancy are limited. Ask your doctor or midwife before making mint lemon hibiscus tea a regular drink, especially in concentrated amounts; it should not be used as a treatment.
Mint lemon hibiscus tea is caffeine-free, so it avoids the caffeine-related sleep disruption associated with black or green tea. A large cup just before bed may still wake you to use the bathroom, so keep the serving modest if that affects your sleep.
Yes, mint lemon hibiscus tea contributes to your fluid intake. Because it is caffeine-free, it does not have caffeine’s mild diuretic effect; it can be a pleasant alternative to water, though it does not replace medical rehydration solutions when those are needed.
Hibiscus gives mint lemon hibiscus tea much of its tart, cranberry-like taste, and lemon adds more acidity. Use less hibiscus or lemon, steep it for less time, or serve it chilled to make the flavor milder.
No, sugar is optional in mint lemon hibiscus tea. Its tartness can be enjoyable without sweetener; add a little honey or sugar if you prefer a softer taste, knowing that this increases the drink’s sugar content.
Store brewed mint lemon hibiscus tea in a covered container in the refrigerator and drink it within a few days. For the freshest flavor, add lemon and fresh mint when serving, and discard tea that has been left at room temperature for a long time.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
4.8mg · 5% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.48µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Calcium
14mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.24mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
24mg · 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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Mint lemon hibiscus tea is an herbal infusion made by steeping mint, lemon and hibiscus flowers in hot water. It has no single place of origin: recipes vary in the proportions used and whether the ingredients are fresh or dried.
The lemon brings brightness, while hibiscus gives the brew a tangy edge and a deep red colour. It can be served hot or chilled over ice, and is enjoyed as a caffeine-free alternative to ordinary tea in many places. It is light and very low in calories, with 2 calories per 100 g. If you prefer a softer, less tart cup, use less hibiscus or lemon; a little honey can be added after brewing, though it will make the drink sweeter.
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.