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Sage Herbal Tea
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sage Herbal Tea (240 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0 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
0g
· 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 100% · Protein 0% · 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 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 |
| 1 cup (extra small) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 5 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Sage herbal tea is a caffeine-free drink, and its warm liquid may temporarily soothe an irritated throat. Some traditional uses are not well established as medical benefits, so it should not be relied on to treat an illness.
To make sage herbal tea, pour hot water over fresh sage leaves or dried sage and steep for about 5–10 minutes, then strain. A shorter steep gives a milder flavour; steeping too long can make the tea bitter.
No, sage herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free because it is made from sage leaves rather than tea-plant leaves. It can be a caffeine-free alternative to black or green tea, though adding caffeinated tea would change that.
Occasional sage herbal tea is different from taking concentrated sage products every day. Sage can contain thujone, which may be harmful in high amounts or with prolonged use, so avoid making strong tea a daily long-term habit.
Sage herbal tea is best avoided during pregnancy, especially in concentrated or medicinal amounts, because sage compounds may affect the uterus. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and considering regular use, ask your healthcare professional first.
Sage herbal tea may soothe a sore throat temporarily, but it does not treat the cause. You can drink it warm or use cooled tea as a gargle; seek medical care for severe or persistent pain, or if you have a high fever.
Sage herbal tea contains no caffeine, so it is less likely to interfere with sleep than caffeinated tea. It is not a proven sleep aid, and drinking a large cup just before bed may wake you for a bathroom trip.
Sage has traditionally been used for sweating, but drinking sage herbal tea is not a proven treatment for persistent or unexplained excessive sweating. If sweating is new, severe, or disrupts daily life, look for the underlying cause with a clinician.
Yes, fresh sage leaves work well for sage herbal tea. Rinse them before steeping, and expect a lighter flavour than with dried leaves; keep unused fresh sage refrigerated and dried sage sealed in a cool, dark place.
Sage herbal tea cannot cure a cold, but a warm cup can feel soothing and contribute to fluid intake. Do not use it instead of needed care, and seek medical advice if symptoms become severe or breathing is difficult.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.24mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin K
0.24µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.24µg · 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.
Sage Herbal Tea is an infusion made by steeping sage leaves in hot water. Sage has long been used in cooking and brewing around the Mediterranean, and the drink is distinct from tea made from the tea plant. Its flavour is earthy, savoury and aromatic, with a gentle bitterness that can become stronger if the leaves steep for a long time.
It is often served warm on its own, or with lemon or a little honey, and can accompany a light snack. The cup is mostly water and contributes very little energy, so it suits those looking for a flavourful, unsweetened drink. Use a shorter steep for a milder taste, or serve it after a meal as an alternative to black tea.
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.