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Low-calorie unsweetened rosehip drink notable for vitamin C
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Unsweetened rosehip drink (240 g) has 29 calories. That works out to 12 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.5 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 60 mg of Vitamin C covers 67% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
29
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 87% · Protein 7% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 29 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 | 29 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 330 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 12 calories per 100 g.
Unsweetened rosehip drink is a fruit-based beverage that can provide vitamin C and plant compounds. It is not a proven treatment for colds or other illnesses, and it should be enjoyed as part of a varied diet rather than as a remedy.
Simmer dried rosehips in water until softened, then strain the liquid well to remove seeds and the fruit’s fine hairs. Serve the unsweetened rosehip drink warm or chilled; you can adjust its strength with water without adding sugar.
They are often very similar, but preparation and naming vary. Rosehip tea is commonly made by steeping the fruit, while rosehip drink may be simmered longer and strained. Unsweetened rosehip drink can be prepared either way.
No, unsweetened rosehip drink made from rosehips and water is naturally caffeine-free. It can be a caffeine-free alternative to tea or coffee, although a bottled blend could include other ingredients, so its composition may differ.
Yes, rosehips naturally contain vitamin C. Some vitamin C can be lost during cooking and storage, so the amount in the finished unsweetened rosehip drink varies with the fruit and preparation method.
Unsweetened rosehip drink may feel soothing as a warm beverage, but it has not been shown to cure a cold. Its vitamin C content does not make it a treatment, so use it for hydration and enjoyment rather than as medicine.
Keep homemade unsweetened rosehip drink in a clean, covered container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Discard it if its smell, taste, or appearance changes, and do not leave it at room temperature for long.
Most people can include unsweetened rosehip drink in their daily routine as a beverage. Keep it varied with water and other drinks, and pay attention to how its tartness affects your stomach.
A modest serving made from rosehips and water is generally a food-like drink, but concentrated extracts and herbal blends are different. If you are pregnant, check with your healthcare professional before using those products regularly.
It has no added sugar, but some natural carbohydrates from the fruit may pass into the drink. The amount depends on how it is made and the serving size, so people managing diabetes should account for it in their meal plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
60mg · 67% DV
Vitamin E
0.72mg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.48mg · 3% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 29 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Unsweetened rosehip drink is made by steeping or simmering rosehips in water and straining the fruit, with no sweetener added. It has a fragrant, fruity tang; its colour and strength vary with the fruit and how long it is brewed. Rosehip drinks are familiar in Turkey and are also enjoyed in other parts of Europe and beyond.
Serve it warm on a chilly day or chilled as a refreshing drink. Its naturally tart flavour works well alongside breakfast or a light snack, and you can dilute a stronger brew to taste. It is low in calories and notable for vitamin C, making it a light alternative to sweetened drinks.
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.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.