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Quince-flavored herbal tea, low calorie, source of vitamin C
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Quince tea (200 g) has 12 calories. That works out to 6 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
12
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 94% · Protein 6% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 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) | 200 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 6 calories per 100 g.
Make quince tea by simmering washed quince slices in water until they soften and release their aroma. Remove the seeds first, then strain the drink. Cinnamon or cloves can be added for extra flavor, but the tea is also pleasant plain.
Quince tea tastes mildly fruity, fragrant, and gently tart, with a softer flavor than eating a raw quince. Its taste becomes more pronounced when made with the peel and allowed to simmer until the fruit softens.
Quince tea may feel soothing when a cough leaves your throat dry because it is a warm drink, but it does not treat the cause of a cough. Seek medical advice if the cough is severe, persistent, or accompanied by breathing difficulty.
Quince tea is a caffeine-free way to enjoy a warm drink and add to your fluid intake. Its nutrients vary with the amount of fruit and how it is prepared, and it has not been shown to cure or prevent illness.
Yes, fresh quince is commonly used to make quince tea. Wash the fruit, cut it into slices, remove the seeds, and simmer the slices in water; using some peel gives the tea a more pronounced quince aroma.
No, quince tea made from quince fruit and water is naturally caffeine-free. A packaged blend may contain caffeine if it also includes black or green tea, so check the ingredient list when buying a mixed tea.
It is better to remove quince seeds before making the tea and not to chew or crush them. The fruit and peel provide plenty of flavor, so seeds are not needed for a simple quince infusion.
Yes, plain quince tea can be a bedtime drink because it has no caffeine. Keep the serving moderate if drinking fluids late makes you wake during the night, and remember that added sugar changes the drink.
A mild tea made from quince fruit is generally different from concentrated quince-leaf products or herbal extracts. Pregnancy research on such preparations is limited, so ask your clinician before using concentrated products or drinking it regularly.
Cool leftover quince tea promptly, transfer it to a covered container, and refrigerate it. Drink it soon rather than leaving it at room temperature; discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B5
0.04mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.2µg · 1% DV
B3
0.1mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Calcium
8mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
20mg · 1% DV
Sodium
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Quince tea is a fruit infusion made by steeping fresh or dried quince slices in hot water. It is enjoyed in Turkey and other places where quince is grown; recipes may include spices such as cinnamon or cloves, but the fruit can stand on its own.
Its gentle, fragrant flavour is lightly tart, and it is usually served warm, especially in cooler weather. It is very low in calories when unsweetened, and the infusion can also provide some vitamin C, depending on how it is prepared. Try it plain first, or add a little honey if you prefer a sweeter 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
— Not 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.