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When we eat junk, sleep less and sit more, the metabolism will slow down (and the scale starts to go up). I use my Metabolism Boosting Tea on my Plant-Based Cleanse to naturally suppress hunger, boost hydration and kick-start the fat-burning process.
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, raw ingredients needed to activate your metabolic system, naturally.
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How to Use Metabolism Tea
To get your metabolism ramped up, you just need what we’ve always needed: rest, 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 three essentials, you’re practicing self-care and your body will begin to 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.
Best time to drink
The best time to have Metabolism Tea 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.
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).
Can I make it in Bulk?
You can make this in bulk (omit the water) and freeze into ice cube trays. Then in the morning, pop one cube into a mug with hot water (or enjoy it cold in the summer). Doing this will set you up for that success you crave and get you on the road to lower weight + increased energy.
Powerful Ingredients in Metabolism Tea
Let’s be honest. When you’re just started out with a healthier diet, it’s much easier to incorporate something healthy to drink than trying to cook a new meal. This drink isn’t the cure all, but it will support you on this wellness journey thanks to these awesome ingredients:
- 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.
- Lemon: Lemon contains various polyphenols that can suppress our appetite.
- Ginger root: This inflammation fighting root vegetable helps heal your body from the inside out.
- Cinnamon: Cinnamon has a direct tie to our metabolism and can target the fat deposited in the abdominal area.
- Honey: Using a natural sweeteners makes this drink delicious while also adding beneficial anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antibacterial agents.
More Foods to 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…
- Green apples + homemade nut butter
- Veggie bowls like a Teriyaki bowl using a brown rice or quinoa base
- Spicy roasted cauliflower wings and cashew cream
- Hearty kale caesar salad with nuts (or eggs)
- Vegan Austinite tacos packed with veggies
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 plant-based whole-food diet is going to do your metabolism some serious good.
I hope I’ve inspired you to try this simple morning routine to kick start your weight loss journey. 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, check out our Plant-Based Cleanse. 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.
Metabolism Tea FAQs
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.
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.
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.
Metabolism Tea
Ingredients
- 1 cup water warm
- 1 tbsp raw honey raw
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- 2 tbsps raw apple cider vinegar raw
- 2 tbsps ginger root grated
- ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon ground
- ⅛ 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.
Can’t wait to get started on this morning routine!
How long will it last in the fridge?
I’m wondering if I can prepare batches for a few days or if this will make the ingredients lose their potency?
Hey Jess,
This should be able to last in the fridge for up to 3 days as long as you leave it in an air tight container.
Hey Jess,
You can prepare this up to a few days, as long as they are in an air tight container.
Hi Jen,
I have been making this tea and it is so delicious plus it works. I have been looking for something to boast my metabolism as well as energy. The older you get the harder it is to lose weight when you carry so much of it. Thank you for this and i will keep on going.
Hey Cynthia,
I am so happy to hear that you are loving this recipe and seeing the benefits from it! It really is so great for you plus will help you lose those pesky few pounds that want to hang on.
This tea is my new favorite morning drink! A true comfort drink, yet so refreshing and leaves me ready to start the day! I love the sweet and sour mix of flavors. Thanks for changing my morning drink routine!
We are so happy that you love this morning tea so much! It really has changed my morning routine for the better 🙂
Tried Metabolism Tea this morning at 5:30am…… WOW what a drink. The ginger and cayenne pepper woke me up right away. I was bloated but by the time I went for my morning run, my tummy had already gone down. Will continue to drink this in the mornings. How long should I wait after drinking tea to have a light meal or a cup of coffee? Thank you Jen,
Hey Barbara,
I am so glad that you enjoyed this tea and will be adding it to your routine!
I would wait about 30 min before eating a meal after drinking this tea.
I like the honey and cinnamon addition, that’s new for me!
Glad you enjoyed this recipe!!!
Do you know anything about Red Tea? I read this article about Red Tea, and the author made some interesting points. I am thinking about trying it… what do you think?
I usually start my day with lemon water or apple cider vinegar so this is a nice change of both with some other extra yummy ingredients
Yay!!! Glad this will add in some extra flavor to your routine 🙂
A bit hot if your not careful…. But a great morning booster…
You can always add in less cayenne pepper if it’s too hot. Enjoy!!!
Been drinking the lemon and ginger tea daily for the past few weeks and really enjoy. I will now start boosting my morning with this tea. Love all your recipes.
That is awesome Christina! Your body will thank you for it.
I LOVE starting the day with this! It’s delicious and easy. Thank you!!
Mm does what it says but I think I will have to adjust the recipe as it is hard to swallow
Love the am metabolism drink.
Loved this very much! Easy, fast and made me feel good. Thank you!
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Yummy in my tummy! I love starting my day with this tea.
Thanks Roxy! That’s what we like to hear 🙂
I love love love this tea… I drink a glass every morning and it is refreshing. I feel like it gives me the strength to get through my day! At first I was nervous, but it is wonderful……
Thank you Jenn~
Sheila
Thanks for the feedback, Sheila!!! I am so happy that even though you were nervous to try it that you still did and are seeing the benefits of it.
Really kicks my day off right! I can feel like my body is waking up and I’m less tempted to eat a lot for breakfast, I really recommend as it actually tastes nice ( used to drink shots of acv)
Thanks Anna! We are so happy that this recipe is beneficial to you!!