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Nettle juice Calories
Contains iron, vitamin C, and plant antioxidants
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Nettle juice (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.8 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 528 µg of Vitamin K covers 440% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Nettle juice Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
3.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% 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 56% · Protein 28% · Fat 16%
Nettle juice nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.07 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Nettle juice?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 36 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nettle juice
What does nettle juice taste like?
Nettle juice tastes green and herbaceous, often with a mild earthy or grassy note. Its flavor varies with the leaves and preparation; diluting it with water or combining it with fruit can make it less intense.
How do you make nettle juice at home?
Nettle juice can be made by blending cleaned nettle leaves with water and straining the mixture. Handle fresh leaves with gloves, or blanch them first to neutralize their stinging hairs; recipes differ in how concentrated the drink is.
Can nettle juice help with hay fever?
Nettle juice has not been shown to reliably relieve hay fever. Research on nettle preparations does not establish that drinking the juice treats allergies, so it should not replace prescribed allergy medicines.
Does nettle juice make you lose weight?
No, nettle juice does not cause weight loss by itself. It can be a low-calorie drink, but it cannot selectively burn fat or substitute for the eating and activity patterns that support weight management.
Can you drink nettle juice every day?
Some people may drink nettle juice regularly, but daily use is not necessary and may not suit everyone. Nettle can affect urination and interact with medicines; ask a healthcare professional before making it a routine if you take medication.
Is nettle juice the same as nettle tea?
No, nettle juice and nettle tea are prepared differently. Juice is extracted or blended from leaves, while tea is made by steeping them in hot water, so their flavor and concentration can differ.
Can nettle juice help with hair loss?
There is no good evidence that drinking nettle juice prevents or treats hair loss. Hair loss can have many causes, and identifying the cause is more useful than relying on nettle juice as a remedy.
How long does fresh nettle juice last in the fridge?
Fresh nettle juice is best consumed soon after preparation and kept covered in the refrigerator in the meantime. Because homemade versions are not pasteurized, discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes.
Is nettle juice safe during pregnancy?
Nettle juice is not established as safe during pregnancy, so avoid using it as a regular herbal drink unless your clinician approves it. Concentrated herbal preparations can have effects that are not well studied in pregnancy.
Can nettle juice sting your mouth?
Properly prepared nettle juice should not sting like freshly handled nettle leaves, because blending, blanching, or processing can disable the leaves’ stinging hairs. If a drink causes burning or swelling, stop drinking it.
Nettle juice Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
528µg · 440% DV
Vitamin C
43.2mg · 48% DV
Vitamin A
204µg · 23% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.08mg · 47% DV
Calcium
288mg · 29% DV
Magnesium
91mg · 22% DV
Iron
3.84mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
696mg · 20% DV
Sodium
19mg · 1% DV
Nettle juice Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Nettle juice
To burn the 29 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Nettle juice?
Nettle juice is made by crushing or blending nettle leaves with water and straining the mixture; it may also be sold ready-made. It is distinct from nettle tea, which is made by steeping the leaves. Fresh nettles can sting, so they need careful handling during preparation.
Its flavour is grassy and slightly astringent, and it is often diluted or mixed with other juices rather than sipped neat. You might serve Nettle juice chilled in a small glass, with lemon or cucumber to soften its strong herbal taste. It is low in calories and contains iron, vitamin C and plant antioxidants. If making it at home, wash the leaves thoroughly and strain well for a smoother drink.
How Nutritious Is Nettle juice?
Nutrient density
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Nettle juice Processed?
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.
Does Nettle juice Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Nettle juice Good For?
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
Nettle juice Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.07g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.19g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.