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Herbal tea, low calorie, aids digestion, antioxidant
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Slimming herbal tea (200 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Slimming herbal tea is an herbal infusion sold as a blend for people looking to manage their weight. The herbs used vary by product, so its colour and flavour can range from mild and grassy to more pronounced. It is made by steeping the blend in hot water; the name describes how it is marketed, not a guaranteed effect.
It is usually served warm in a cup, often plain between meals or alongside breakfast. In English-speaking homes, it can also be enjoyed as an alternative to ordinary tea in the afternoon. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories; add a slice of lemon if you like a brighter taste, or steep it briefly for a gentler infusion.
Selected: 100 g
1
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 33% · Fat 0%
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.5mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Calcium
2mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
1mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 1 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
No, slimming herbal tea does not cause lasting fat loss on its own. Any quick change on the scale may reflect water or bowel-content loss, especially with blends containing laxative or diuretic herbs, rather than a reduction in body fat.
Ingredients vary by brand and blend. Some slimming herbal teas contain green tea, mate, senna, or other herbs, but none of these is present in every product; check the ingredient list rather than assuming the blend is standardized.
Prepare slimming herbal tea according to the package directions. The right steeping method can vary between tea bags and loose blends, and the different herbs in a mixture may need different brewing times.
Not every slimming herbal tea is suitable for daily use. Blends containing senna can cause diarrhea and fluid loss when used frequently or for too long, so follow the product directions and avoid treating it as an everyday weight-loss drink.
Some slimming herbal teas contain caffeine and others do not. Blends made with green tea or mate can provide caffeine, so check the ingredients if you are limiting it or are sensitive to its effects.
Some slimming herbal teas can act as laxatives if they contain senna or another stimulant herb. Many blends do not, so the effect depends on the ingredients; laxative teas are not a safe method for ongoing weight control.
You can drink slimming herbal tea on an empty stomach, but it may upset a sensitive stomach. If the blend contains senna, it can also trigger cramps or diarrhea, so follow the product directions.
Slimming herbal tea is not always a good bedtime drink. Caffeine-containing blends may interfere with sleep, while laxative ingredients can cause nighttime bowel movements or discomfort.
Do not drink slimming herbal tea during pregnancy without asking your healthcare professional. Blends vary, and some herbs, including senna, may cause unwanted effects; a product marketed for weight loss is not automatically pregnancy-safe.
Use caution with slimming herbal tea while breastfeeding because some herbs may affect the parent or baby, and ingredient blends differ. Avoid products with unclear ingredients, especially those marketed for laxative or rapid weight-loss effects.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.