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Is weight loss one of your goals for the New Year? Today, we're excited to share with you 10 herbs and botanicals that are scientifically proven to boost metabolism and support weight loss.

These herbs are not only delicious in loose leaf tea blends, but they also have a variety of health benefits that can help you achieve your weight loss goals. From white tea to dandelion root, these ingredients are packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that can help speed up your metabolism, support a healthy appetite, and regulate blood sugar levels.

If you're wondering, "What is the fastest way to boost metabolism",  it's important to remember that while herbs can be incredibly helpful in your weight loss journey, they are not a magic solution. Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight also requires a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, good sleep and a healthy mindset. That being said, these 10 herbs are amazing supplements that might help you reach your goals faster!

 

*Spoiler: all these herbs can be found in one very important tea blend. Keep reading to find out more...

 

 

The 10 Best Herbs For Weight Loss

 

1: White tea can help burn more calories at rest.

White tea is a type of tea that is made from the young leaves and buds of the tea plant. It contains antioxidants and other compounds that support healthy digestion and metabolism, and it has been shown to have a thermogenic effect, which means it can help to increase the body's metabolic rate (a.k.a. leading to more calories burned doing nothing!). Check out this tea with white tea.

 

2: Cinnamon supports healthy blood sugar levels.

Cinnamon, the warm, fragrant spice, has a warming effect on the body, which may help to stimulate the digestive system and support healthy metabolism.

It has also been shown to support healthy blood sugar levels and reduce blood sugar spikes, which makes it great to pair with starchy vegetables, like sweet potatoes or even complex carbohydrates, like oatmeal. If you're looking to support your metabolism, add more cinnamon into your diet wherever you can! To your yogurt bowl, your hot tea, or anything that needs a little spice! Check out this tea with cinnamon.

 

 

3: Peppermint can help to reduce bloating.

Peppermint is refreshing, minty and tasty! Luckily for us, it can also help to boost the metabolism and reduce bloating and gas. 

This is helpful if you have an upset tummy, but it's also helpful in your weight loss journey. When food is not digested properly, it can lead to a condition called gut fermentation, that often leads to bloating and discomfort. This can make you feel less satisfied, leaving you with cravings to eat more. If you want to support healthy digestion and weight loss, try incorporating peppermint tea into your life! Check out this tea with peppermint.

 

4: Dandelion root can help reduce water weight.

If you often feel "puffy", this might be a sign of excess water weight. Dandelion root might help to flush out some of that excess water weight, leaving you feeling lighter and less inflamed. Check out this tea with dandelion root.

 

 

5: Garcinia can prevent production of fat.

Garcinia is a tropical fruit that is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly used in over-the-counter weight loss supplements because it is believed to help improve metabolism and suppress appetite.

I'm about to get a little scientific but stay with me. Garcinia contains a compound called hydroxycitric acid (HCA), which is thought to block an enzyme that is involved in the synthesis of fat. By blocking this enzyme, HCA may help to reduce the production of fat and increase the breakdown of fat in the body. This might help you reduce fat gain! Check out this tea with garcinia.

 

6: Ginger might help you burn more calories!

A healthy gut helps to regulate appetite hormones that are responsible for signaling to the brain when you're full and when you need to eat more. If the gut is not functioning properly, these signals can be disrupted, which can make it harder to control portion sizes and eat the right amount of food. Ginger contains compounds that relax the muscles of the digestive tract and increase the flow of bile, which can help to improve digestion.

In addition to improving digestion, ginger might also help you burn more calories! Ginger tea, like white tea, is believed to have a thermogenic effect, meaning it can help you burn more calories at rest. Drinking a cup of tea is an easy way to burn extra calories if you ask me! Check out this tea with ginger.

 

7: Fennel supports healthy digestion.

Here's an interesting fact: constipation and poor digestion can actually make you gain weight. When waste stays in the colon for longer, more water is absorbed, making the stools harder, less bulky and harder to pass. This can make you feel less satisfied, less energized and may induce you to eat more.

Fennel contains compounds that relax the muscles of the digestive tract and increase the flow of bile, which can help to "get things moving", if you know what I mean. It is also believed to have a diuretic effect, which means it can help flush out excess water weight, like dandelion root. If you're looking to lose weight, fennel might help you on your journey! Check out this tea with fennel.

 

 

8: Papaya Leaf can reduce bloating and gas.

Papaya leaf contains enzymes that are thought to help break down proteins, which can aid in digestion and reduce digestive symptoms such as bloating and gas. We've already been over why healthy digestion is such an important component in weight loss, which is why papaya leaf tea might help you in your journey! Check out this tea with papaya leaf.

 

9: Chickweed promotes regular bowel movements.

Chickweed is believed to have a soothing effect on the digestive tract and may help to reduce inflammation. It is also high in fiber, which can help to improve bowel movements and promote regularity. Again, slow digestion and constipation can make you feel less satisfied, less energized and may induce you to eat more. To encourage healthy digestion, try chickweed. Check out this tea with chickweed.

 

10: Gymnema can help to reduce your sugar cravings!

This is an important one, and one near and dear to our hearts. Here's how it helps with weight loss:

First, gymnema is thought to have an effect on the metabolism of carbohydrates. It contains compounds that may inhibit the absorption of sugar in the intestine and also stimulate the production of insulin, which is a hormone that helps to regulate blood sugar levels. By reducing the absorption of sugar and increasing insulin production, gymnema may help to lower blood sugar levels and reduce cravings for sweet foods.

Second, gymnema is believed to have an effect on the appetite. It is thought to suppress appetite by increasing the production of a hormone called leptin, which helps to regulate energy balance and appetite. By increasing leptin levels, gymnema may help to reduce hunger and cravings. Check out this tea bundle that features gymnema as the star ingredient.

 

 

Want One Tea With All 10 Of The Best Weight-Loss Herbs?

It would be near impossible to fit all ten of these teas individually into your daily routine. However, I have good news! All these herbs (White Tea, Cinnamon, Peppermint, Dandelion root, Garcinia, Ginger, Fennel, Papaya leaf, Chickweed, Gymnema) can be found in our metabolism and gut-health supporting blend, Sleek and Slender!

 

 

Drink Sleek and Slender before breakfast and before lunch. This will help to support your digestion and metabolism at mealtime. Because Sleek and Slender contains white tea, it does have a slight amount of caffeine, so avoid drinking close to bed time. Avoid drinking it after 2pm if you are especially sensitive to caffeine.

 

Thanks so much for reading! Hopefully you were able to get some great information on these 10 herbs that will help you during your weight loss journey. Remember though, on top of this awesome tea, you need to incorporate a balanced diet, regular exercise and adequate sleep, in order to lose significant weight and to live an overall healthy lifestyle!

 

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Disclaimer: The information on this website is has been compiled from published sources and is provided only as a guide. While every effort has been taken to ensure that information published on this site is correct and up to date, this is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any illness. Also, although all of our teas are generally regarded as safe, please consult your doctor before trying any herbal remedies, especially if currently using medication, pregnant or breastfeeding.