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Low-calorie, unsweetened herbal tea
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Manganese covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 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 83% · Protein 17% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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 | 5 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove is a caffeine-free, tart herbal drink, and hibiscus may modestly lower blood pressure in some people. It is not a treatment for hypertension, and the clove adds flavor rather than a proven medicinal effect.
Hibiscus tea may modestly lower blood pressure for some people, but it should not replace prescribed treatment. If you take blood-pressure medicine or have a condition affected by blood pressure, ask your clinician before drinking it regularly.
Steep dried hibiscus and a small amount of whole clove in hot water, then strain. Start with little clove so its strong, warm flavor does not overpower hibiscus; a longer steep makes the drink more tart and deeply colored.
No, unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove is naturally caffeine-free because it is made from hibiscus and clove, not tea leaves. It can be a caffeine-free alternative in the evening, though it cannot guarantee better sleep.
Most adults can enjoy unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove as a regular drink, but large amounts may upset the stomach and hibiscus may affect blood pressure. People taking blood-pressure medicine should check with a clinician before making it a daily habit.
Yes, unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove can be served cold. Brew it hot, strain out the hibiscus and clove, and chill it; its tangy taste and vivid red color remain noticeable when iced.
The safety of regularly drinking unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove during pregnancy is not well established. Because there is limited safety information about hibiscus in pregnancy, ask your prenatal clinician before drinking it.
The red color of unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove comes mainly from pigments released by the hibiscus calyces as they steep. A longer brew can make the color deeper; clove contributes spice, not the characteristic red hue.
Yes, unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove is usually tart and fruity, with a warm, aromatic note from the clove. Since it has no added sugar, reducing the hibiscus or shortening the steep can make the sourness milder.
It can bother some people, especially on an empty stomach, because hibiscus tea is tart and clove has a strong flavor. If it causes discomfort, try a weaker brew or drink it with food instead.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin C
0.48mg · 1% DV
B3
0.07mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Calcium
19mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
43mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Unsweetened hibiscus tea with clove is an infusion of dried hibiscus flowers and whole cloves, served without added sugar. Hibiscus gives it a tart, fruity flavour and a vivid red colour, while clove adds a warm, aromatic note. It can be enjoyed hot or chilled, depending on the season and preference.
Across hibiscus-growing regions it is often served cold, while elsewhere it makes a pleasantly tangy alternative to everyday tea. With no sugar added, it is very low in calories: 2 per 100 g. If you find the flavour too sharp, steep it for less time; it also pairs well with a small sweet snack or a light meal.
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
✓ 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.