Saturday, December 24, 2016

Detox Tea For Weight Loss

By Steven Wallace


People often resolve to lose excess pounds and get more exercise after the holidays. Detox tea for weight loss can be of real benefit if used properly. A good herbal formula can help rid the body of toxins, improve digestion and elimination, and boost energy. All of these things help lose weight. However, care must be taken to choose a safe, gentle formula and customize its use to the individual system.

First of all, herbs can be strong medicine. Anyone taking prescription drugs should be aware of interactions with herbs (and even foods). Things like anti-depressants and blood pressure medicines may not work well with a particular herb, even if it is a plant that has many health benefits. Ask a knowledgeable person, like a doctor or pharmacist.

There are many different formulas of cleansing teas, but there are a familiar few that are standard in products of this description. Some herbs are alright for daily use, but most are better when used occasionally or for a short period of time. Herbs that work as diuretics, laxatives, purifiers, and flavor additives are on this list.

Purifying herbs clean the bloodstream and help kidneys and the liver remove toxins. The list includes burdock and dandelion. Milk thistle is known to be beneficial to the liver, promoting healing and new cell growth. These are fairly well-known plants and will be familiar to many.

These nutritive herbs also have diuretic and laxative properties, although they are mild. However, most formulas include other diuretics like parsley and juniper. Other plants that help rid the body of fluid are lemongrass, horsetail, hawthorn, and hibiscus. Ashwagandha is a less familiar plant that helps the body function at top efficiency. Many of these herbs have shown equal effectiveness to pharmaceutical water pills.

Laxative herbs are also found in detox formulas. Mild ones include cascara sagrada and flax, while senna and rhubarb are considered slightly stronger. Fenugreek and chickweed are other mild laxatives. Aloe vera is an herb that is soothing to the skin and intestines but can have a strong purgative effect when used internally.

Formulas are designed to let herbs buffer each other, keeping any one from being too strong. A formula should not have too many herbs with similar properties. Too much of a laxative or diuretic could lead to dehydration, which is already a common problem in modern society. Detox should proceed gradually, as should weight loss. Herbals are generally safe when used in the time honored way and in the manner that has proved safe over centuries of use.

Other herbs are often added for their effect on digestion and for their tasty flavor and aroma. Ginger, peppermint, and licorice (or fennel) add a pleasant taste and smell, but they are all valuable digestive aids, too. These mild herbs can also dilute the stronger, more targeted herbs in a formula and make the product gentle though effective. Each person should understand the effects of a tea and use it accordingly. The results should never include cramping or purging; which are signs that a mixture is too strong.




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