Green tea infusion
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Fat | 0.0 g |
| Carbs | 0.0 g |
Green tea infusion is a brewed beverage made by steeping green tea leaves in hot water, consumed plain or lightly flavoured across East Asia and worldwide. It is typically served in small cups and is one of the most widely drunk teas globally. Per 100 g, the infusion provides just 1 kcal, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat, and 0 g of carbohydrates, making it essentially calorie-free in any realistic serving. Mineral content is modest, with 19 mg of potassium, 3 mg of calcium, and 2 mg of magnesium per 100 g. No glycemic index is applicable given the negligible carbohydrate content. Green tea infusion is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, Mediterranean, and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in green tea?
Brewed green tea contains just 1 kcal per 100 g, making a standard 240 ml cup roughly 2 kcal. That figure applies to plain infusion with no added milk, sugar, or sweeteners.
Is green tea keto-friendly?
Yes, green tea infusion is fully keto-compatible. It contains 0 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of sugars per 100 g, so it has no impact on carbohydrate targets.
Is green tea healthy?
Green tea infusion is extremely low in calories at 1 kcal per 100 g, with negligible fat, carbohydrates, and sugars. It provides small amounts of potassium (19 mg per 100 g) and is compatible with a wide range of dietary patterns, though its nutritional contribution per cup is modest.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.20 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Starch | 0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0 g |
| Omega-6 | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 3.0 mg |
| Iron | 0 mg |
| Magnesium | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium | 19.0 mg |
| Sodium | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.050 mg |
| Copper | 0.017 mg |
| Manganese | 0.44 mg |
| Selenium | 0 mcg |
| Iodine | 0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.007 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.058 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.030 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
