Green tea with lemon
Catechins in green tea boost metabolism. Vitamin C from lemons aids in fat oxidation. This combination, when consumed regularly, can aid in weight loss efforts. This is a recommended beverage if you are looking for an easy way to burn fat and get in shape.
Making:
Steep a green tea bag in hot water for 2-3 minutes.
Remove tea bag and let cool.
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the tea.
Stir well and enjoy.
Ginger cinnamon tea
Ginger aids digestion and reduces bloating. Cinnamon helps regulate blood sugar and reduces cravings. This combination can help you feel full longer and reduce overall calorie intake.
Making:
Boil 1 cup of water.
Add 1 inch long slice of ginger and 1 cinnamon stick to the boiling water.
Boil for 10-15 minutes.
Strain the tea and enjoy hot or warm.
Oolong tea
This tea combines the metabolism-boosting properties of green tea with the fat-burning effects of black tea. Regular consumption of oolong tea can help your body burn more calories and store less fat.
Making:
Put 1 bag of oolong tea in a cup.
Heat water until almost boiling and add to tea.
Steep for 3-5 minutes or until desired strength is reached and enjoy.
Hibiscus tea
This tea can help you lose weight by boosting your metabolism and reducing fat absorption. Hibiscus tea also helps suppress your appetite, leading to lower calorie intake.
Making:
Boil 1 cup of water.
Add 1-2 tablespoons of dried hibiscus flowers to boiling water and steep for 5-10 minutes.
Strain the tea and enjoy hot or cold.
Some side effects of drinking fat burning tea
Ingredients like caffeine and some herbs in tea can cause stomach upset, nausea, acid reflux if consumed on an empty stomach or in large amounts.
Teas high in caffeine, such as green tea and black tea, can increase heart rate and blood pressure in sensitive people.
Teas containing diuretics like hibiscus can lead to dehydration if not compensated with increased fluid intake.
Some teas contain tannins, which can interfere with iron absorption, which is not beneficial for people with anemia.
Teas containing caffeine, if consumed late in the day, can cause insomnia or disrupt sleep cycles.
Some people may be sensitive or allergic to ingredients such as ginger, cinnamon, hibiscus which can cause symptoms of itching, swelling.
