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Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, supports digestion
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (medium) of Turmeric, Black Pepper, Ginger (4 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 4 g
13
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 9% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.3 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 teaspoon (medium) | 4 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 6 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 10 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 12 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 12 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Turmeric, black pepper, and ginger add flavor and provide antioxidant compounds. Ginger may support digestion, while curcumin in turmeric is studied for its role in inflammatory processes; the combination is not a treatment for illness.
Yes, piperine in black pepper can increase the absorption of curcumin from turmeric. Adding black pepper to turmeric, including in a ginger-spiced dish, may help with absorption, but it does not make the mixture a medicine.
Steep turmeric, black pepper, and ginger in hot water; simmer the water with fresh ginger first if you want a stronger infusion. Add lemon or honey to taste, and stir honey in after the drink has cooled slightly.
Yes, turmeric, black pepper, and ginger work well in golden milk. Warm them with dairy or a plant-based drink, stirring so the spices disperse; use only a little black pepper if you prefer a milder flavor.
Yes, most people can use turmeric, black pepper, and ginger daily in ordinary cooking amounts. Large amounts may upset the stomach, and concentrated supplements are not equivalent to seasoning food.
They can cause heartburn, stomach discomfort, or nausea, especially in large amounts. Turmeric, black pepper, and ginger used as seasonings are generally better tolerated than concentrated products; stop using them if they consistently cause symptoms.
No, turmeric, black pepper, and ginger do not cause weight loss on their own. They can add flavor to meals, but there is no reliable basis for treating this spice combination as a fat-burning remedy.
There is no proven best time to take turmeric, black pepper, and ginger. Use them when they suit your meals; if the spices trigger reflux or stomach discomfort, avoid having them close to bedtime.
People taking blood-thinning medication or managing gallbladder problems should ask a doctor before using turmeric, black pepper, and ginger in concentrated supplements. Culinary amounts are different from high-dose products, which can affect people differently.
Yes, fresh ginger can be combined with ground turmeric and black pepper. Grate or finely chop the ginger for soups, marinades, or hot drinks; its bright, juicy flavor differs from the warmer taste of dried ginger.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
2µg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.13mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Iron
0.72mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
6.8mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 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.
Turmeric, black pepper and ginger are spices from different plants, used on their own or together rather than as one fixed traditional blend. Turmeric has an earthy, gently bitter flavour, black pepper brings sharp heat, and ginger tastes warm and fresh with a hint of citrus. Turmeric and ginger are common in South Asian cooking, while black pepper has roots in India and is now a familiar seasoning in kitchens around the world.
They add plenty of aroma in small amounts, so their nutritional character is less important at a typical serving than the flavour they bring. Stir them into soups, curries, roasted vegetables or a warming drink; start with a light hand, especially if you are not used to ginger’s heat.
Very 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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.