Green Tea, Lemon & Ginger Drink for Weight Loss

Green tea lemon and ginger drink for belly fat loss

Green tea, lemon and ginger have been known to have great health benefits and have so far been used for medicinal purposes throughout history. Interestingly, they also help to fight off weight loss, which tops the fitness list.

Green tea is by itself a great means to lose weight. What then happens when you combine green tea and lemon?

Ginger on the other hand, works to ease digestion by increasing the pH of the stomach. It also reduces gas, bloating, and flatulence. Studies have shown it to be a thermogenic agent that helps to burn fat.

Lemon helps greatly in weight loss, which is why many people opt for lemon water. It also helps to keep the body hydrated and quickens digestion.

How to make Ginger infused lemon green tea

Ingredients:

  • 4 to 5 cups of water
  • 1 piece of fresh ginger (about 2 ½ inches), roughly chopped (peeling is optional)
  • 1 tablespoon of honey
  • 3 green tea bags or an equivalent amount of loose-leaf green tea
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • Handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the chopped ginger and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add the green tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 3 minutes, then strain the mixture to remove the ginger pieces and tea bags.
  2. Transfer the strained tea to a large pitcher. Stir in the remaining 2 cups of water and the freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
  3. Add a handful of fresh mint leaves to the pitcher and gently muddle them to release their flavor. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
  4. Serve the ginger-infused green tea with mint and lime over ice for a refreshing drink on a hot day. Garnish with additional mint leaves and lime slices if desired. Enjoy the zesty twist on this classic beverage!
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The combination of ginger, lemon and green tea gives acts as an energy drink that works wonders! With 4 glasses in a day, you are maximizing its effects and you get to have many more benefits besides weight loss. This drink helps to improve brain function, lower the risk of cancer and heart disease and also improve overall health.

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