Bigelow tea comes in many varieties, each with its own nutrient profile. For example, unsweetened teas contains no calories or fat, and all teas contain few macronutrients, vitamins or minerals. However, other nutrients in tea contain chemicals that may have medicinal properties. Bigelow produces black, green and herb teas, of which many are gluten-free. Some teas are also certified kosher; some are kosher for Passover.
Nutrient Profile
In general, each cup of tea contains fewer than five calories, no fat and no cholesterol. There is 1 gram (g) of carbohydrate and 7 milligrams (mg) of sodium per cup. There are no major vitamins or minerals in each cup of tea, according to the Nutrition Database website.
Black Tea
Made from the oxidized leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, Bigelow black tea contains antioxidants and 30 to 60 mg of caffeine per serving, according to the Bigelow Tea website.
Green Tea
The least-processed of the teas, green tea also comes from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. It contains anywhere between 25 to 50 mg of caffeine per 8-oz. serving. Like black tea, green tea also contains antioxidants, according to the Bigelow Tea website.
Herb Teas
Herb teas are not made from the Camellia sinensis plant. Instead, these Bigelow teas are made from combinations of herbs, spices and fruits. These teas are caffeine-free.
Herb Plus teas by Bigelow are herb teas that contain additional ingredients designed to boost health. Additional ingredients include blueberry and acai berry combinations, a lemon and ginger mix and a cranberry and ginseng blend. According to the Bigelow Tea website, these extra additions are designed to increase the antioxidants found in these teas.
Other Health Benefits
Free radical energy naturally occurs during metabolism processes, according to Medline Plus. The antioxidants found in Bigelow teas can help reduce free radical damage to cells. This keeps cells in the body healthier and can help reduce the risk for some chronic diseases.
The chemical caffeine stimulates the body's metabolism, which also affects the central nervous system. This is what makes a person feel more alert and energized when consuming caffeine.
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