Losing weight is perhaps one task most of us struggle with at some point in our lives. And the journey to shed some kilos takes us through all sorts of fad diets, fitness regimes, gym schedules and much more. However, we must not forget is that there’s no same route for everyone. No same diet or regime can work the same way for everyone. And while losing weight could be a smooth process for most times, belly fat is one that can give a tough time to each one of us. Getting rid of belly fat is not just a desire, it's necessary for overall health and well-being too. And while there is no one straight way to do so, one can make necessary diet changes to kickstart the process. The best way to do this is by including herbal teas in your diet.
Several experts have stressed upon consuming herbal teas regularly as they have fat-burning properties and can also help boost your metabolism. And we have just the perfect one to begin with. - turmeric mint tea. As the name suggests, this tea is made with turmeric (haldi) and mint. While haldi has natural antibacterial properties and has been used as antiseptic since time immemorial, mint on the other hand, promotes digestion and boosts metabolism to help in losing weight. Besides, several studies have shown that a compound in turmeric called curcumin may help in weight loss.
Mint is also known to help in stimulating digestive enzymes, which help facilitate better absorption of essential nutrients from food. Once our body is able to assimilate nutrients it improves our metabolism, aiding in weight loss.
How To Make Turmeric Mint Tea
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp haldi
- Handful of mint leaves
- 1 tsp honey
Method
- To make this tea, first boil water in a saucepan. Once it boils, add haldi and a few mint leaves to it.
- Switch off the flame and close the lid. Let it steep for 4-5 minutes.
- Strain in a cup, add honey and serve warm.
- Make this detox tea at home and include it in your weight-loss diet. Do share your experience with us.