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Unsweetened brewed thyme and clove tea; very low in calories and nutrients.
CALORIES · 100 G
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Thyme and clove 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. Under the NOVA system it is classified as "Minimally Processed".
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 |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 4 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
Thyme and clove herbal tea can be a soothing warm drink, but it is not a proven treatment for infections or other illnesses. Its herbs have traditional uses, yet drinking the infusion should not replace medical care.
Thyme and clove herbal tea may soothe an irritated throat temporarily because it is a warm drink, but it has not been shown to cure a cough. Seek medical care for breathing difficulty, a severe cough, or symptoms that persist.
To make thyme and clove herbal tea, steep thyme and a few cloves in hot water, then strain. Cover the cup while it steeps to retain the aroma. Add honey only after the tea cools slightly, if you want it sweetened.
No, thyme and clove herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free when made only with the herbs and spices. Check that no black or green tea has been blended into it if you are avoiding caffeine.
Occasional cups of thyme and clove herbal tea are generally a reasonable way to enjoy the infusion, but daily high-volume use has no established benefit. Keep the brew moderate, and stop if it causes stomach discomfort or another unwanted reaction.
The safety of regularly drinking concentrated thyme and clove herbal tea during pregnancy is not well established. Culinary amounts of these herbs are different from a strong infusion, so ask your doctor or midwife before making it a routine drink.
Thyme and clove herbal tea contains no caffeine when prepared without tea leaves, so it is less likely to disrupt sleep for that reason. It is not a proven sleep aid, and a spicy infusion may aggravate reflux in some people.
Thyme and clove herbal tea tastes strongly herbal, warm, and spicy, with clove often giving it a pronounced aromatic edge. Use fewer cloves if that flavor dominates; lemon or a little honey can soften the taste.
Yes, thyme and clove herbal tea can cause stomach irritation, nausea, or heartburn in some people, especially when brewed strongly. Stop drinking it if you react badly; concentrated clove products are not the same as a mild cup of tea.
Yes, fresh thyme works in thyme and clove herbal tea, while dried thyme usually gives a more concentrated flavor. Rinse fresh sprigs before steeping, and strain the infusion before drinking.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
12mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
2.4mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
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Thyme and clove herbal tea is an infusion made by steeping thyme and cloves in hot water. There is no single fixed recipe: the balance can vary, and a small amount of clove gives a gentler, less assertive spice note. It is served as an herbal drink rather than a brewed tea-leaf beverage.
Thyme brings an earthy, savoury aroma, while clove adds warmth and a lightly sweet, pungent edge. In Turkey and across many English-speaking homes, it is usually enjoyed hot, especially in cool weather or after a meal; lemon or a little honey can be added to taste. Unsweetened, it is very low in calories and contributes little nutritionally, so pair it with a snack if you want something more substantial.
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.