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Low-calorie, caffeine-free, provides light antioxidant compounds
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Turmeric lemon herbal tea (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 6 mg of Vitamin C covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 13% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 | 7 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 500 g | 15 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
Steep turmeric in hot water, then add lemon to make turmeric lemon herbal tea. Use a slice of fresh turmeric or a small amount of ground turmeric, and strain the drink if you prefer a smoother cup.
Yes, turmeric lemon herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free, so it does not provide the stimulant found in coffee or true tea. It can be a suitable warm drink in the evening, though drinking a lot right before bed may interrupt sleep.
Turmeric lemon herbal tea may temporarily soothe a sore throat because it is a warm drink, but it does not treat the cause of an infection. Seek medical care if symptoms are severe, persistent, or accompanied by difficulty breathing or swallowing.
No, turmeric lemon herbal tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened, it can replace a sugary drink, but claims that it burns fat or melts belly fat are not supported.
Yes, most people can enjoy a regular cup of turmeric lemon herbal tea daily. Avoid turning it into a high-dose turmeric drink, and ask a clinician about regular use if you take medication or have a gallbladder condition.
Turmeric lemon herbal tea has no required drinking time because it contains no caffeine. Have it whenever you enjoy a warm drink; if lemon aggravates reflux or an empty stomach, drink it with or after food.
You can add a pinch of black pepper to turmeric lemon herbal tea, since piperine may increase curcumin absorption. It is optional, and the amount absorbed from a cup of tea is uncertain; pepper can also bother sensitive stomachs.
Turmeric lemon herbal tea cannot cure a cold, but a warm cup can feel soothing and contribute to fluid intake. It is a comfort drink, not a substitute for medical care if symptoms become severe or prolonged.
Yes, fresh turmeric works well in turmeric lemon herbal tea. Slice or grate it and steep it in hot water, then strain if desired; ground turmeric is convenient but can leave sediment in the cup.
Yes, turmeric can leave yellow stains on cups, especially porous or light-colored ones. Rinse the cup soon after drinking; ordinary tea is less likely to stain teeth than strongly pigmented foods, but good brushing still matters.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
Vitamin K
0.96µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 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.
Turmeric lemon herbal tea is a caffeine-free infusion that combines turmeric’s earthy, gently peppery character with the fresh, tart aroma of lemon. Commercial blends may include other herbs, so the exact flavour depends on the ingredients; it is not made from black tea leaves.
Enjoy it hot as a warming drink between meals or alongside breakfast, or serve it chilled in warmer weather. The brew is usually light-bodied, with a golden colour and a balance of citrus and spice. At about 3 calories per 100 g, it remains a low-calorie choice when served without sweetener. Turmeric can settle at the bottom of the cup, so give it a stir; add lemon to taste if you prefer a brighter finish.
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.