January 29, 2013 By Andrea 93 Comments
Previously we discussed a few things to help us focus on developing the habit of healthy living — click here to read that post.
Today, I’d love to talk specifics and share a few of my most favorite herbs for weight loss, detoxification, and over all well-being.
But first let me say…
…herbs should not be considered a magical solution to anyone’s weight-loss efforts!Nonetheless, I do believe that they play a huge role — most effectively in the role of appetite suppression and detoxification.
There are severaldifferent herbsthat haveimproven to increase metabolism and/or suppressthe appetite — naturally helping us achieve our weight loss goals.
Just be careful — please note…this statement is my disclaimer — with any information you read (yes, even this information that I am sharing with you today) regarding herbs with weight loss claims. Do your own research.
The Best Weight Loss Herbs
As mentioned above, there are countless herbs and remedies in the realm of weight loss.
These that I share with you are simply the ones that I have found to be most beneficial and useful in my efforts! Herbs such as:
- Nettle Leaf–Highly nutritive, nettle leaf contains a great amount of chlorophyll,making this herb asignificant source of antioxidant vitamins (such asC and A) and powerhouseminerals. Nettle leafis also considereda blood purifier due to it’s ability to increase theproper function of the liver and the kidneys.
- Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng)Root — While it primarily works on the nervous system, in general eleuthero root is well known as a powerfuladaptogen –that is an herb that helps the body properly respond to stress. Reducing anxiety and balancing the appetite. Read more here…
- Senna leaf – Senna leaf is best known as a natural laxative.
- Dandelion leaf — Dandelion leaf neutralizes acid in the blood thereby making it one the best remedies for detoxification and blood purification available. And similar to Nettle leaf, it too contains high quantities ofnourishing vitamins and minerals. I love dandelion leaf especially for it’s ability to cleanse the body and help with my skin’s complexion.
- Marshmallow root — Is one of the most mucilaginous herbs. Highly nutritive…it also works to soothe the entire digestive system by reducing inflammation. Likewise, marshmallow root is a wonderful diuretic.
- Slippery elm bark –Slippery elm bark contains many of themucilaginousproperties asmarshmallow root — and ithelpsbring tobalance to the body byabsorbing toxins in the bowel.
- Sweet cinnamon bark — A well-known for centuries due to it’s anti-biotic and anti-fungal properties, cinnamon is a wonderful remedy that supplies excellent flavor. Moreover, cinnamon is excellent for our digestive systems and works to warm the body.
- Ginger root — Ginger root, a trusted cold/flu fighter, assists the body in the removal of excess toxins. It too, cleanses the digestive tract and the kidneys as well as increases circulation by warming the body.
- Fennel seeds — Aid in digestion and help to regulate the appetite. They also positively effect kidney function and work to cleanse the liver.
And the best way I have found to consume the benefits of these herbs…tea.
Benefits of Drinking a Slimming Herbal Tea
While drinking an herbal tea concocted using the above herbs…one can expect to experience the following benefits:
- Slimmer waistline
- Mood stabilization
- Better sleep
-Increased libido
- Regular bowel movements
- Decrease in water retention
-Clearermore balancedskin complexion
The Recipe
Slimming Herbal Tea
*Measurements in partsare by volume not weight.
- 2 parts Nettle leaf
- 2 parts Eleuthero root
- 1 part Senna leaf
- 1 part Dandelion leaf
- 1 part Marshmallow root
- 1 part Slippery elm bark
- ½ part Sweet Cinnamon Bark
- ½ part Orange peel
- ½ part Ginger root
- ¼ part Fennel seeds
Method
- Measure the parts of each of the herbs listed and mix in a large bowl until well combined.
- Grab your tea accessories, tea infusers, and/or tea pots…and brew a cup! (Note: I get all of my loose leaf tea-making supplies online from Starwest Botanicals. Their selection of tea accessories can’t be beat!)
- This herbal tea blend will keep stored in a cool, dark place for approximately 6 months. (Note: I like to store all of my teas in glass jars with tight-fitting lids.)
- Everyday Ibrew approximately 16-20 fluid ounces of this tea andcarry it with me, drinking it throughout the day. I find it mild enoughfor daily use andI couldn’t be happier with the results I’m seeing!
Where Can I Get This Stuff?
-Starwest Botanicals…they have everything you’ll need by way of Bulk Herbs and Natural Products for Healthy, Natural Living! It’s your one-stop-shop!
-Mountain Rose Herbs & The Bulk Herb Store also carries many of these ingredients if you’d like to price check.
I do have this herbal tea blend available for purchase
in my Etsy Shop.
See the listing by clicking this link.
Now it’s your turn! Please share with us your most favorite herbs and remedies for weight loss!
