Written by Menswear Style in Health & Fitness on the 19th May 2021

Tea is one of the most enjoyed beverages globally, mainly because countless different types of tea can satisfy everyone's taste and need. Despite the many health benefits of this magic drink, such as boosting the entire immune system, preventing heart diseases and diabetes, one of the most significant advantages that this hot tea beverage offers is that it contains many antioxidants that can help you lose weight and speed up your metabolism. Nowadays, many men are struggling with excess weight, belly fat, bloating, and slow metabolism. Unfortunately, diet alone is not always effective, as many people fail to lose their extra couple of pounds due to their genetics, insufficient fluid intake, and salt retention. Moreover, the latest research suggests that some herbal teas can prevent your digestion from slowing down and can help you shed pounds quicker. In this article, we have singled out seven different types of tea that, in addition to being delicious and healthy, contain zero calories and will surely help you achieve the desired goal of losing weight.

Black Tea 

At the top of our list of teas that can help you lose weight is the well-known black tea. Its main feature is the strong and rich taste that hardly anyone can resist. What sets this tea apart from the rest is the process of oxidation of the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant. The longer the process, the darker the colour and the richer the taste. The most crucial ingredient of black tea are its flavonoids, a type of antioxidant responsible for speeding up the digestion process and reducing weight quickly and effectively. It’s important to note that adding sugar or milk (preparing the beverage in the English way) will reduce the antioxidant effect, so if you’re trying to lose weight, it’s not the smartest thing to do. However, if you still want to add something to it to make it tastier, our suggestion is a little bit of squeezed lemon—either hot or cold, it’s totally up to you.

Green Tea 

You’ve probably already heard that green tea is an excellent ally against being overweight and is often an integral part of any diet. Traditional Chinese medicine uses green tea to remedy and prevent various health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and cholesterol. The two compounds of green tea that are responsible for accelerating the weight loss process in people who suffer from obesity and being overweight are catechins and caffeine. Try to replace at least one cup a day of your favourite coffee with a cup of unsweetened green tea, and the effects will slowly but surely be noticed. 

Pu-erh Tea 

The miracle tea of China, Pu-erh tea is a unique tea that initially comes from the province Yunnan, and just like black and green tea, it comes from the leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant. This fermented tea with an earthy aroma is best enjoyed an hour after a meal because of its power to speed up absorption and help your body remove hard-to-digest fats. An exciting feature of this tea is that you will physically notice its effect by feeling hungry after consumption. Don’t worry, though, as this is a good sign that the tea works, and it burns belly fat.

White Tea 

The herb Camellia Sinensis is picked young while still covered with white hairs to produce this type of tea. That's how this tea got its name in the first place. White tea has powerful ingredients that prevent your body from forming new fat cells and boosts metabolism by an additional 4-5 percent. What distinguishes it from the types of teas mentioned above, this tea contains less caffeine. It has a more leisurely and refreshing taste, which means that it is also suitable for consumption in the evening without keeping you awake until late at night. 

Oolong Tea 

Even though it’s less popular in Europe and America, this semi-fermented tea is regularly consumed in China and Taiwan. According to one Taiwanese research, drinking oolong tea at least once a week prevents absorbing fat by up to 20%. Theaflavins and thearubigins are the ingredients of this tea responsible for its many health benefits. Still, its combination of polyphenols and caffeine is the perfect combo for burning fat and improving digestion. To achieve the best results, we advise you to consume this tea in combination with your breakfast or 30 minutes after any meal of the day.

Peppermint Tea 

Mint tea is often used as a remedy for stomach aches, gas, and bloating. The fact that it relieves pain in this area says that it has a tremendous calming effect on the digestive tract. Consumption of mint tea at least once a day reduces appetite and achieves a feeling of satiety that lasts up to several hours. What sets this tea apart from other teas that help in weight loss is that it's caffeine-free, making it an excellent choice for bedtime. Altogether, this tea can replace late-night snacks, relax you, and help you fall asleep easier. 

Rooibos Tea 

Rooibos tea has been commonly consumed for centuries in South Africa, where it initially originates from. It’s made of African red herbal tea that comes from the leaves of the Aspalathus linearis plant. This delicious beverage with smoky notes and vanilla aroma is calorie-free, does not contain caffeine, and has countless health benefits, one of which is to speed up the metabolism. It contains antioxidants that improve gut bacteria and lowers blood sugar levels. The essential component of Rooibos tea is the hormone leptin compound that helps control food intake and sends signals to the brain that the stomach is full.

If we exclude water, tea is the most consumed beverage in the world. The health benefits of tea are undeniable, but it is increasingly being said that tea plays a vital role in the fight against obesity. With more frequent, regular, and proper tea consumption, in combination with a healthy diet, you will improve digestion, speed up the process of burning fats, and naturally start to lose weight faster. Best of all, it’s easy to make and incredibly tasty!

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