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Corn silk herbal tea, low-calorie, provides antioxidants and mild diuretic effects.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Misor puskullu herbal tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 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
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 71% · Protein 29% · 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 | 0.2 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 | 2 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 6 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 250 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Misor puskullu herbal tea is made from the fine, threadlike silks that grow on an ear of corn. The strands are usually dried before brewing, and the drink is a mild herbal infusion rather than a tea from the tea plant.
To make Misor puskullu herbal tea, steep clean, dried corn silk in hot water, then strain it before drinking. It has a mild flavor and can be served plain or with lemon; avoid using silk that is moldy or smells off.
No, Misor puskullu herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free because it is brewed from corn silk, not tea leaves or coffee beans. It can be an option when you want a warm drink without caffeine.
It may. Misor puskullu herbal tea is traditionally used for a mild diuretic effect, so some people notice more frequent urination. It should not replace prescribed treatment or adequate fluid intake.
No, Misor puskullu herbal tea cannot be relied on to cure a urinary tract infection. A possible diuretic effect is not the same as treating an infection, which may need medical care.
No reliable evidence shows that Misor puskullu herbal tea dissolves or removes kidney stones. Drinking it is not a substitute for evaluation and treatment when a stone is suspected.
Misor puskullu herbal tea has not been established as a way to lower blood pressure. Its possible diuretic effect could matter if you take blood-pressure medicine, so ask your clinician before using it regularly alongside medication.
Yes, Misor puskullu herbal tea can be chilled after brewing and served over ice. Its mild flavor works well cold with lemon, but keep the prepared drink refrigerated rather than leaving it out for a long time.
Misor puskullu herbal tea may make you urinate more often, and some people may experience stomach discomfort. Stop drinking it if you feel unwell, and avoid treating it as a remedy for a medical condition.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before combining Misor puskullu herbal tea with a diuretic medicine. The tea may also increase urination, and combining effects could be unsuitable depending on your medication and health.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.24µg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
4.8mg · 0% 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.
Misor puskullu herbal tea is an infusion made by steeping dried corn silk—the fine strands around an ear of corn—in hot water. It has a mild, understated herbal flavour and is usually served warm, either plain or with a little lemon. Corn silk infusions are enjoyed in different food traditions; you can also chill the brewed tea for a refreshing drink.
It is very low in calories, making it a light alternative to sweetened drinks. Keep the flavour gentle by avoiding an excessively long steep, and try it without added sugar first. It fits easily into a caffeine-free drink rotation alongside meals or as a quiet afternoon 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.