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Unsweetened, low-calorie and antioxidant-rich
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Plain green tea with lemon (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 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 8% of the Daily Value. 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 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 240 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 450 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Yes, it can be a good unsweetened drink choice. Green tea contains plant compounds, and lemon adds flavor; it is not a detox drink or a substitute for a varied diet.
Yes, green tea naturally contains caffeine. The amount varies with the tea leaves and brewing method, and adding lemon does not remove it.
No, it does not cause weight loss on its own. Choosing it instead of a sugary drink can reduce added sugar, but the tea itself is not a fat-burning treatment.
Steep green tea in hot, not boiling, water, then remove the leaves or tea bag. Add lemon juice once the tea has cooled slightly for a fresher taste.
No, lemon does not simply destroy green tea’s plant compounds. Lemon adds vitamin C and acidity, but claims that this combination dramatically boosts health effects go beyond what is established.
Yes, it can, because green tea contains caffeine. If caffeine makes you feel alert or disrupts your sleep, have plain green tea with lemon earlier in the day.
Yes, but it may cause nausea or stomach discomfort in some people. If that happens, drink plain green tea with lemon with food or after a meal instead.
Yes, compounds in green tea can reduce absorption of non-heme iron from plant foods. If iron intake is a concern, drink plain green tea with lemon between meals rather than alongside them.
Yes, it contributes to your fluid intake. It can be part of a hydrating day, but keep drinking water too, especially if tea is your main beverage.
Yes, many people can include it daily. Keep its caffeine in mind, particularly if it affects your sleep, and avoid adding sugar if you want to keep it unsweetened.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
3.6mg · 4% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B3
0.07mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
34mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 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 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.
Plain green tea with lemon is brewed green tea, usually made from steeped leaves with a squeeze or slice of lemon and no added sweetener. Green tea has a long history in East Asia, while the lemon is a simple addition enjoyed in many places.
Its flavour is gently grassy and sometimes a little astringent, brightened by the citrus. Drink it hot between meals or pour it over ice in warmer weather; it also works well alongside a light snack. Mostly water, it is very low in calories when served unsweetened and contains naturally occurring tea polyphenols. If you prefer a softer, less tart cup, use just a small squeeze of lemon rather than sweetening it.
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
✓ 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.