Over the years, the perks of drinking tea have become better known, especially if you are looking at losing weight. No, we aren't talking about our very own milk chai, but teas like black tea, green tea, chamomile tea and blue tea that have been known to promote health, prevent diseases and aid weight loss.
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There are more varieties that are slowly marking their presence into our lives, out of which puerh tea tops the list. Known to be China's best kept secret, puerh tea (pronounced as poo-air) is cultivated from the same plant that supplies oolong, green and black tea. It has long been touted as one of the best teas to help shed extra kilos.
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If you are uninitiated, we tell you everything that puerh tea has to offer, especially for weight loss.
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Known for cleansing: Puerh tea is said to be beneficial for blood cleansing and digestion. The many foods that we eat may contain fatty oils, toxins and chemicals that can toxify our body over time. Puerh tea helps cleanse the body and the blood from toxins. The micro-organisms and simple sugars that are produced from the fermentation process are known to attack the toxins in the blood, making you healthier.
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Aids in weight loss: Puerh tea is said to block your body from producing more fat. If paired well with exercises and a healthy diet, this tea is believed to show effective results on your stubborn fat.
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May enhance metabolism: Puerh tea has been a help in bacteria balance in the human stomach, leading to digestion of heavy meals. It has worked towards better metabolism and soothe stomach ailments.
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Promotes overall health: The presence of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties make puerh tea a healthful drink. Antioxidants in the beverage help fight off free radicals in the body and protect it from any disease.
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Helps reduce stress: The presence of phytochemicals GABA and theanine have been shown to reduce stress levels and increase the production of natural melatonin in the brain, which further results in sound sleep and reduced stress.
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May reduce cholesterol: The ageing process of puerh tea can result in the production of lovastatin, a natural statin that is said to manage high cholesterol levels.
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