Have you started 2022 with a new health and fitness regime but you're still not seeing the results you want?
Adding a cup of tea or two to your
daily routine could help. Tea has been used for medicinal purposes since 2700 BC in ancient China. These days, it's
well known for promoting health and wellbeing, but also supporting weight
loss.
But which weight loss tea could give
you the best results? Keep reading to find out which one could be right for
you.
How
Does Weight Loss Tea Work?
Just drinking tea won't give you the
same results as regular exercise, a calorie deficient diet, or medically assisted weight loss measures. But drinking certain teas in conjunction with
those efforts could still boost your results.
Swapping high-calorie sugary drinks
for zero-calorie tea will help maintain a calorie deficit. Tea contains a
powerful antioxidant called catechin which boosts your metabolism
promoting weight loss. Teas containing caffeine can also boost energy and
alertness helping you stay more active during the day.
1)
Peppermint Tea
This fresh minty aroma and flavor
can curb cravings for sugary and fatty foods. It has been suggested that the
smell can trigger olfactory reactions in your brain to reduce appetite.
Peppermint is also a great digestion aid to drink before and after meals. It's
also caffeine-free so it's ideal to drink after dinner without affecting your
sleep.
2)
Green Tea
This is the best detox tea for
flushing your system and supporting overall health. It is well-known for
metabolism-boosting antioxidants including epigallocatechingallate (EGCG) and
can support a healthy liver. It has a subtle earthy flavor and
drinking 2 cups a day can lower the
percentage of body fat. The best green tea is organic, non-GMO, and
best enjoyed during the day to avoid the caffeine disrupting your sleep.
3) Black Tea
After the tea leaves are picked,
they are allowed to oxidize giving the tea its rich flavor and smell.
Black tea can reduce the intestinal bacteria associated
with obesity and increase the bacteria associated with lean boy mass. The high
caffeine content makes this the best energy tea to drink for a pre-workout
boost.
4)
Golden Tea
Although turmeric is more famous as
an ingredient in curries, it's a versatile superfood with amazing benefits. The
turmeric root (similar to ginger) has been used as medicine for centuries in
Asia. The active ingredient called curcumin speeds up metabolism and reduces
muscle inflammation-promoting recovery after exercise. The delicious golden tea
with a slightly spiced flavor is a great caffeine-free healthy tea.
5)
Rooibos Tea
This deep red South African tea is
caffeine-free and has a subtly sweet earthy flavor. It contains high levels of
polyphenols which increase the leptin hormone which tells your brain you are
full. Curbing hunger cravings and boosting metabolism with high antioxidant
content makes this a great weight loss tea.
Supporting
Your Weight Loss Journey
So putting the kettle on and taking
some time to relax with a cup of weight loss tea can help you get the results you
crave. Check out our other weight loss articles to learn about diet, exercise,
and supplements for a slimmer you in 2022.
