Nutritional Efficiency Report
Rooibos is a very low-calorie food with high-protein content. At 12 kcal per 100g, it delivers 23g of protein — representing 767% of its total caloric load. Carbohydrates account for 367% and fats for 2025% of calories.
With 11g of carbs per 100g, it suits cyclical keto and low-carb approaches.
With only 12 kcal per 100g, Rooibos is a high-volume food — you can consume a large serving while keeping total caloric intake controlled. This makes it particularly effective for hunger management in deficit phases.
Protocol Compatibility
Ketosis Impact
With 11g of carbs per 100g, it suits cyclical keto and low-carb approaches.
Thermic Effect (TEF)
Protein content of 23g per 100g triggers a significant Thermic Effect of Food. The body expends approximately 20–30% of protein calories during digestion, yielding a net caloric benefit compared to equivalent fat or carbohydrate sources.