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Low-calorie dry white tea leaves rich in polyphenols
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (shredded) of White tea, dry (2 g) has 0 calories. That works out to 1 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (shredded) · 2 g
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KCAL / 2G
Carbs
0g
· 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 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 0 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.02 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 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 teaspoon (shredded) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 2 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 2.5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 3 g | 0 kcal |
| 2 teaspoon (double) | 4 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 8 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 1 kcal |
Calculated from 1 calories per 100 g.
White tea is tea made from the young buds and leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. The leaves are typically withered and dried, giving the drink a delicate flavor that is often less brisk than black tea.
Yes, white tea naturally contains caffeine. The amount varies with the leaves, serving size, and brewing method, so it is not necessarily a caffeine-free alternative to coffee or other teas.
Brew white tea with hot water that has cooled slightly from a boil. Steep the leaves for a few minutes, then taste; very hot water or a long steep can make its delicate flavor harsh or bitter.
White tea usually tastes light and mellow, sometimes with floral, fruity, or gently sweet notes. Its flavor varies by variety and harvest, and over-steeping can bring out more bitterness.
Neither white tea nor green tea is universally healthier; both contain tea polyphenols. Their composition varies with the leaves and processing, and choosing one over the other mainly comes down to taste and caffeine preference.
No, white tea does not cause weight loss on its own. Unsweetened white tea can replace a sugary drink, but it cannot substitute for the broader eating and activity habits that affect body weight.
You can, but white tea contains caffeine that may interfere with sleep, especially if you are sensitive to it. Choose an earlier time in the day if you notice that tea keeps you awake.
Yes, good-quality white tea leaves can often be steeped more than once. Later infusions tend to taste lighter; use fresh hot water and adjust the steeping time to suit the leaves and your taste.
Yes, white tea works well as an iced drink. Brew it with hot water and chill it, or steep the leaves in cold water in the refrigerator; serve it plain or with a slice of citrus.
Store dry white tea in an airtight container away from light, heat, moisture, and strong odors. Tea leaves can absorb nearby smells, so keep the container away from spices and coffee.
Vitamins
Folate
0.02µg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.06mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.16mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.02mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
White tea, dry, consists of young tea buds and leaves that are dried for brewing. It is especially associated with China’s Fujian province, though white teas are now produced elsewhere. The infusion is usually pale, with a gentle, floral taste that can be easily overwhelmed by strong flavours.
In its place of origin it is often enjoyed plain, and it also suits a quiet afternoon cup anywhere tea is part of daily life. Use a little cooler water than you would for a robust black tea, and avoid a long steep if you want to keep the flavour delicate. The dry leaves are low in energy and contain polyphenols; serve the brewed tea on its own or with a lightly flavoured snack.
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.