Think of these as support tools—they work best alongside balanced meals and movement.
🍵 1. Green Tea
Why it helps
- Boosts metabolism
- Supports fat oxidation
- Rich in antioxidants (EGCG)
How to make
- Steep 1 tsp green tea leaves or 1 tea bag
- Use hot (not boiling) water
- Steep 2–3 minutes
Usage tips
- 1–3 cups/day
- Best time: Morning or early afternoon
- Avoid late evening (contains caffeine)
🍃 2. Oolong Tea
Why it helps
- Enhances fat burning
- Helps regulate blood sugar
- Improves digestion
How to make
- Steep 1 tsp leaves in hot water
- Steep 3–5 minutes
Usage tips
- 1–2 cups/day
- Best time: After meals
- Mild caffeine—avoid before bed
🌶️ 3. Ginger Tea
Why it helps
- Boosts digestion & thermogenesis
- Reduces bloating
- Helps control appetite
How to make
- Slice fresh ginger (1–2 inches)
- Boil in water for 5–10 minutes
Usage tips
- 1–2 cups/day
- Best time: Morning or after meals
- Great, warm or slightly cooled
🌿 4. Peppermint Tea
Why it helps
- Reduces cravings
- Supports digestion
- Helps curb emotional eating
How to make
- Steep fresh or dried peppermint leaves
- Steep 5–7 minutes
Usage tips
- 1–3 cups/day
- Best time: Between meals or evening
- Naturally caffeine-free
🌺 5. Hibiscus Tea
Why it helps
- Helps reduce water retention
- Supports fat metabolism
- May help lower appetite
How to make
- Steep dried hibiscus petals
- Steep 5–10 minutes
Usage tips
- 1–2 cups/day
- Best time: Midday or evening
- Drink unsweetened for the best results
🌱 6. Dandelion Tea
Why it helps
- Natural diuretic (reduces bloating)
- Supports liver & digestion
- Helps flush excess water weight
How to make
- Steep dried dandelion root or leaves
- Steep 5–10 minutes
Usage tips
- 1 cup/day
- Best time: Morning or early afternoon
- Avoid overuse (strong detox effects)
🍵 7. Matcha
Why it helps
- Higher metabolism boost than green tea
- Sustained energy
- Helps reduce cravings
How to make
- Whisk ½–1 tsp matcha powder
- Mix with hot (not boiling) water
Usage tips
- 1 cup/day
- Best time: Morning
- Avoid late afternoon/evening
Best Practices for Results
- Drink teas without sugar
- Stay hydrated with water alongside teas
- Rotate teas—don’t rely on just one
- Consistency matters more than quantity