Green Tea
Brewed green tea is essentially calorie-free, with catechins that are the usual reason people drink it.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of green tea for fair comparison. Typical serving: 200 g brewed — 2 kcal per 200 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (200 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1 kcal | 2 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0.4 g | 20 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of green tea, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (200 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0.007 mg | 0.014 mg | <1% |
| Riboflavin | 0.058 mg | 0.12 mg | 4% |
| Niacin | 0.03 mg | 0.06 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.005 mg | 0.01 mg | <1% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.02 mg | 0.04 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 1 mg | 2 mg | <1% |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 8 mg | 16 mg | <1% |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 2 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.01 mg | 0.02 mg | <1% |
| Selenium | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.004 mg | 0.008 mg | <1% |
| Manganese | 0.18 mg | 0.36 mg | 8% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Beverages, tea, green, brewed, regular
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat green tea?
- A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
- Brewed green tea is essentially calorie-free, with catechins that are the usual reason people drink it.
How to include it
- Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
- Typical pairing ideas: Lemon, Ginger, Rice.
Things to consider
- Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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