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
  • â…› tsp cinnamon ground
  • â…› 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.

Video

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
    I love this tea! I’ve been doing something similar every morning but without the cinnamon and raw apple cider vinegar. Adding these two ingredients just makes it even better!!

  2. I tried this tea for the first time this morning and was a little surprised that I enjoyed the taste. LOL. I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. A great way to start off my day!

  3. 5 stars
    WOW I took a big gulp knowing the apple cider vinegar was gonna pucker me up but it wasn’t that bad. It had a great taste and was very easy to drink. I’m looking forward to tomorrow’s. Thank you Jen!

  4. 5 stars
    This metabolism tea was delicious. I was pleasantly surprised. 🙂
    Today was my first day of drinking it.
    I am almost near the end of my work day and honestly don’t feel sluggish.

    Thank you so much.

  5. I am expecting great things from the Metabolism tea. I am on a new way of eating (WOE) and already drink ACV in H2O 3 X’s a day. I also add cinnamon and cayenne to foods and eat fish with fresh lemon juice nearly every day. Now I can combine them all with ginger and raw honey to give my metabolism the jolt it needs and deserves in the morning.Thank you sooo much!
    Janet

  6. I have to say, I was a little surprised! I made a commitment to myself last night that i’m going to take care of myself for once… when you have kids, you tend to make sure they are ok while forgetting you matter as well! Anyway, this morning i tried this tea and it wasn’t bad at all! I downed it quickly… got the kids organized and went to make a coffee… Not sure if it’s related or not (We’ll find out tomorrow morning) 😉 but i didn’t even make the coffee. I stood there, and thought I don’t even feel like one! Weird! 🙂

  7. 5 stars
    The Metabolism Team taste delicious and is easy to prepare. I made a double quantity in the AM to sip throughout the day; I have made the tea twice .

  8. Wow! This tea really gave an awesome kickstart to my day.Needed that boost and will be incorporating it in my morning routine from now on.Thank you rawkstars!

  9. 5 stars
    I made this tea for the first time this morning and absolutely loved it ! I added 1/4 teaspoon of bee pollen to it for my allergies as well as a little energy boost. Thank you for this delicious recipe!

  10. 5 stars
    This tea is fantastic!! It tastes great and I feel amazing afterwards. I added a dash of tumeric to it. I will have this tea now regularly!

    1. That is so great to hear! We are so happy you will be adding this to your daily routine 🙂

  11. 4 stars
    This is a nice and refreshing way to start the day. I’ve been drinking water first thing in the morning but this is a great boost!

    1. So happy you enjoyed this recipe, Roni! It really is refreshing 🙂

  12. 5 stars
    I tried this tea this morning (minus the cayenne pepper as I forgot to pick it up) and I feel really good today. I didn´t think I could start my day without my morning cup of coffee but apparently, I can and I feel better for it (more alert and energized). I highly recommend it. Thanks a million!

  13. I’m not a big fan of ACV and ginger but all of these ingredients combined turned out great! I can see myself sticking with this.

    1. We are so happy that even though you are not a fan of the ingredients that you gave it a try, and enjoyed it!!!

  14. Deborah here again.

    This tea is so good for a stubborn cold. I have been fighting a bad cold for the last two weeks. When I drank this tea this morning the flem in my throat, and the cough gave way. So, thank you so much Jen for coming up with this.

  15. Been drinking this for years but every once in a while I need a kick in the pants to remember to drink it again…Thanks for the friendly reminder and your video was great!

    1. You are welcome, Darlene! So glad that we were friendly reminder 🙂