I know I’ve been there. How about you? Too little sleep, too much sugar or stress, too little activity. The next thing I know, my metabolism starts to slow. And the scale starts to change. That’s why I love this Metabolism Boosting Tea. It’s a gentle, daily way to get my metabolism back on track. It will naturally suppress hunger and kick-start the fat-burning process.

gray counter top with several glass jars of maple syrup, metabolism boosting team, apple cider vinegar and cinnamon as well as fresh grated ginger on a white tray.

There’s no secret here. To get your metabolism ramped up, you just need what we’ve always needed: rest and nutrient-dense foods that boost your metabolism and movement. This is how our bodies are meant to function and thrive.

When you get back to these basics, your body will respond and heal itself. Sometimes that means more energy, weight loss, clear skin, fewer aches, etc— but no matter what it’s going to be feeling better than it does right now.

Table of Contents
  1. The Weight Loss Struggle is Real
  2. Foods That Increase Metabolism and Burn Fat
  3. Which Drinks Boost Metabolism?
  4. What is a Metabolism Tea?
  5. Why is This Tea the Best for Weight Loss?
  6. Metabolism Tea FAQs
  7. Metabolism Tea Recipe

The Weight Loss Struggle is Real

Now, I know it’s way the heck easier said than done and I struggle with this every single day. Yet I’ve had many breakthroughs over the years as I get older, which is why I’m here to share with you what works best for me in hopes that’ll it help you too.

Embracing simple food habits is where I’ve had the most success with my health. Baby steps. Progress over perfection. From a morning metabolism tea to a green smoothie, I have set the intention for the day to achieve the body I want to have: strong, healthy & energetic.

On a side note, something that really helps me personally stay motivated and on track is our Rawk the Year Meal Planner. I get to plan my week’s meals (using any of our 400+ healthy, plant-based recipes), print out personalized shopping lists and get rawkstar-level support from an amazing community of people. Worth checking out!

labeled ingredients for foods that boost your metabolism including apple cider vinegar, honey, cayenne pepper, ginger root, lemon and cinnamon.

Foods That Increase Metabolism and Burn Fat

Getting a healthy amount of leafy greens, legumes, proteins, vegetables and fruits is essential to supporting the metabolism. Slow-burning carbohydrates will help you maintain a stable metabolic rate and keep you active and nourished throughout the day.

Stick with foods like…

Refined sugars and simple starches do the opposite, spiking insulin production and throwing the whole system out of whack. This can cause the metabolism to slow down and to store sugar as fat rather than burning it as energy. Yet it’s not easy to say no to them, so I prefer the method of adding in more good stuff so it crowds out the bad.

Bottom line:
A mostly plant-based whole-food diet is going to do your metabolism some serious good.

To even get your body excited to head in this direction, you have to create simple habits that’ll get you craving these lighter, cleaner foods. And that’s where my Metabolism Tea comes into play.

Which Drinks Boost Metabolism?

Healthy beverages can be a great partner when it comes to getting your metabolism on track. Let’s be honest. When you’re first getting started, it’s much easier to incorporate something new to drink each day to rework your habits than it is to cook new meals!

glass jar of metabolism tea topped with cayenne pepper.

There are three key players when it comes to metabolism boosting: green tea, apple cider vinegar + protein.

Green tea in a metabolism boosting tea like the recipe below contains special types of antioxidants called catechins that have been particularly proven to boost metabolism and help burn fat. These rawkstar antioxidants are found in higher concentrations in certain types of green tea, like the matcha found in my matcha latte recipe.

Apple cider vinegar – or ACV to its closest friends – contains something called acetic acid. While research is still being done to see how this is helpful, initial studies show that acetic acid reduces insulin levels, which in turn ramps up your metabolism.

Protein helps kick your body into gear by helping you to feel full longer. There’s a reason why I can add a serving of my homemade protein powder (10 g of clean protein!) to a daily 16 oz. green smoothie and have the energy needed to go for hours without stopping to refuel again.

glass jar of metabolism boosting tea with wooden lid and stainless steel straw next to glass jars of apple cider vinegar, honey and cayenne.

What is a Metabolism Tea?

Activating your metabolism will help you burn more fat and give you more energy throughout the day. This is something we all want and can get! It can start with my tea recipe using plant-based ingredients that are high in nutrients plus naturally activate your metabolism.

A metabolism tea is any type of tonic that is created using the best in those
metabolism boosting ingredients we mentioned above.

The morning tea recipe below uses a splash of apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, cayenne pepper and cinnamon to wake up your metabolic system naturally. I’ve added some raw honey and ginger root to make it taste better and keep your tummy happy as well.

A fresh start, every morning

The best time to have this is upon rising as it will activate your digestive system and help relieve any bloating or digestive concerns. Once the tonic settles in, it’ll get your metabolism burn happening as well.

We have lots of rawkstars asking if they can make this in larger quantities and drink it throughout the week. And while I’m the first person to look for ways to save time in the kitchen, I’d say to avoid that here. Making a large amount of this metabolism boosting tea at once can lead to slimy results down the road.

Instead, we’d recommend that you mix those larger quantities of the recipe’s ingredients together – minus the water – and freeze into ice cube trays. Then in the morning, pop one cube into your mug and pour hot water over to melt. Doing this will set you up for that success you crave and get you on the road to lower weight + increased energy.

Why is This Tea the Best for Weight Loss?

When trying to shed a few pounds, I encourage you to drink this Metabolism Tea 1-2 times a day. It has all the fresh, natural ingredients to activate your metabolic system at a SUPER affordable price. I’m all about making a healthy lifestyle affordable.

As the day goes on and you’re feeling hungry in between meals, sip this before you have a snack. Sometimes hunger is actually your body telling you it’s thirsty (the wires do often get crossed in our minds).

Setting intentions + goals

 I hope I’ve inspired you to try this simple morning routine to kick start your weight loss journey. Yet what I hope for even more, is that you don’t focus on the numbers on the scale, but more on what being lighter will allow you to do.

Set goals beyond pants size or pounds— running a 5k, hiking a trail, running the Grand Canyon, kayaking with your kids, dancing with your loved ones— allow your weight loss success to just be a launching pad to a more active energized version of you.

If you’re looking for more support with how to make healthy choices, check out our seasonal cleanse to help you lose weight naturally. No diet pills. No expensive potions. Just recipes you can make from your local grocery store using lots of fresh, nutrient dense foods that boost metabolism – fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, grains and spices.

To train your body to crave the right foods, I have to set the foundation for that every single day.

Metabolism Tea FAQs

What is the best tea for the metabolism?

Green tea is a popular one for boosting metabolism because it contains natural caffeine to energize the body as well as antioxidants called catechins that may help increase the metabolism and burn fat.

What does metabolism tea do?

The caffeine in tea can help speed up your metabolism and the antioxidants in certain teas can help burn fat. My tea is caffeine free (so never fear if you are caffeine sensitive!) yet it still contains several ingredients to speed up your metabolism and help burn fat.

What is the best tea to drink for weight loss?

Find a tea that can give you natural energy without a crash and one that helps your body burn fat. My tea contains apple cider vinegar, honey, lemon, ginger root, cinnamon and cayenne pepper— all ingredients to naturally help your metabolism.

Stir + sip this metabolism boosting tea and let me know in the comments below how it’s working for you!

Metabolism boosting tea
4.94 from 112 votes

Metabolism Tea

Boost your metabolism naturally with our healing morning tonic recipe. This Metabolism Tea will keep your hunger cravings at bay and also kick start the fat burning process. 
Prep: 4 minutes
Cook: 1 minute
Total: 5 minutes
Author: Jen Hansard
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Plant-Based
Serves: 1

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup water warm
  • 1 tbsp honey raw
  • 2 tbsps lemon juice
  • 2 tbsps apple cider vinegar raw
  • 2 tbsps ginger root grated
  • tsp cinnamon ground
  • tsp cayenne pepper

Instructions 

  • Combine warm water with raw honey. 
  • Add in fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar.
  • Grate fresh ginger and add into mason jar.
  • Add a dash of fresh cinnamon and cayenne pepper.
  • Combine well with a whisk or adding a lid and shaking up.

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Notes

  • Use fresh ginger root for the most nutrients.
  • Using warm, not boiling water, will help the ingredients mix together well without burning away the nutrients that make them work in this recipe. 
  • If you are sensitive to spice then omit the cayenne pepper.
  • Find an apple cider vinegar “with the mother” for even more probiotic benefits.

Nutrition

Calories: 88kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 4mg, Potassium: 122mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 18g, Vitamin A: 2IU, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 7mg, Iron: 1mg
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  1. 5 stars
    Loved it–I wasn’t sure at first about the cayenne pepper and ginger in the morning, but the combination of all of the flavors was wonderful!

  2. 5 stars
    Tried this tea this morning and was pleasantly surprised by the taste! Delish! I will definitely be working this into my daily routine! Thank you!

    1. Hey Emily,

      I am so happy that you enjoyed this recipe!

  3. WOW! I love the tea especially the ginger! I am eager to drink it every morning.

    1. Yay!! SO happy that you love our Metabolism Tea recipe so much!!

  4. I was surprised that I actually liked the taste. I’ve I have tried many different ways to consume apple cider vinegar and it usually ruins the taste of whatever I put in it, for me, other than salad dressing but in this concoction I guess the honey and the lemon really mask the taste of the vinegar. I only used 1 tablespoon not 2. I find the drink very tasty but a bit on the strong side so for me I need to add more water.

    1. Hey Ania,

      I am so glad that you made this tea work for you!

  5. 5 stars
    Good recipe. Easy to make with ingredients on hand. I’ve heard a lot about drinking vinegar, etc., to boost metabolism, but it’s just too hard for me to enjoy the taste. The ginger kills me. I don’t think I can actually drink this consistently. Worth a try though! Thank you.

    1. We hope you do give it a try. The benefits of this drink it totally worth it. You can even add in less of the ginger and ACV until your taste buds are use to it. Then slowly add in more if you continue to drink it.

  6. I want to thank you, I have printed it out and I will be making this, this weekend. I have so much going on with my body and saying up is one of them I no that my Metabolism is all over the place and It’s a must I correct it, so again thank you.

    1. You are welcome, Cenia! We cannot wait to hear how your body feels after drinking this 🙂

  7. 4 stars
    Was a little nervous about how this would taste and am happy to say it tastes good! Are you supposed to drink all the shredded ginger? I’m interested to see how I’ll feel after drinking this a few times.

    1. Hey Liz,

      We recommend eating all the shredded ginger but we know some people that is too much for them. So feel free to leave that in your glass if you need to.

      Enjoy!!

  8. 5 stars
    Enjoyed drinking this metabolism tea! At first I didnt think I would love it but decided to try it for my health. Wow,it tastes great! The spicyness is balanced by the sweet sour taste of the honey,apple cider and calamansi ( I”m from the Philippines and what i have in my ref is calamansi instead of lemon). Waiting to see it’s effect as the day goes on. This is really a thumbs up Jen! Thanks for sharing!

    1. So happy that you loved this recipe! Your body is really going to thank you for it.

  9. This is something I just can’t learn to love. It’s the ginger. It makes my face look like that pucker face emoji. (I don’t like ginger, as much as I try to because I know it’s so good for your gut). So I try it without the ginger and it’s just too.. I don’t know. I’ve forced it down but it’s not my fave.

    1. Hey Beth,

      I would try adding a lot less of the ginger and maybe over time start adding in a little more each day. That way you will slowly get used to it. Hope that helps!

  10. 5 stars
    Thank you – thank you for helping me get started – I printed your recipe and will start tomorrow AM. Do I drink this everyday? Best, Susan

    1. Hey Susan,

      We are so excited that you are giving this a try. Your body will thank you for it! Yes, you can drink this every day if you feel like you need it!

  11. It’s difficult to consume these types of body warming drinks when you have hot flashes 🙁

  12. I make Switchel and keep it in the fridge, It’s the same thing only better because the ginger ferments and adds probiotics on top of everything else. I use half blackstrap molasses and half raw honey, filtered water, ACV and ginger. Then a splash of Lime juice to round it out. SUPER refreshing in the summer and all year long. I keep a quart jar going constantly in the fridge.
    Like all these other “Metabolism” boosters, they really don’t work that way, but it does provide nutrients, especially when you use the molasses.
    Even Cayenne pepper does nothing for the metabolism. Getting your heart rate up from pepper isn’t the same thing.
    I do drink warm lemon juice with a splash of cayenne in it now and then but that too, does nothing for your metabolism.
    Thanks for all the great recipes and such Jen!!
    You RAWK!!

  13. 5 stars
    I was nervous to try this, but I had all the ingredients on hand and just made it for myself… really good! Hope to see some good results after a week of doing this.

    1. Hey Dani,

      We are so happy that even though you were nervous you still gave it a try. Your body will definitely thank you for it!!

  14. 5 stars
    This is one of those recipes that you will use for the rest of your life. Whenever I get in a junk food funk, I use this to kick start my healthy eating journey again. ACV, lemon and ginger are my jam!