Written By: Tania Tarafdar | Published : October 9, 2017 12:55 PM IST
You already know that green tea can help you shed pounds. But did you know that black tea can promote weight loss too? A recent study published in the European Journal of Nutrition found that the polyphenols in black tea can prevent weight gain [1]. Black tea, through a specific mechanism through the gut microbiome, may also contribute to good health and weight loss.
While the polyphenols in green tea are easily absorbed in your blood, the polyphenols in black tea work through your intestines since they are too big to get absorbed into your bloodstream. The polyphenols in black tea help bolster the good bacteria in your gut, which keeps your metabolism running effectively, helping you lose weight. Black tea can specifically lead to an increase in the type of bacteria called Pseudobutyrivibrio which explains how it impacts your metabolism differently from that of green tea. Also, sipping on black tea can be an easy way to avoid excess calories that come from other sugar-laden beverages. These 5 herbal teas can also help you slip down.
Tips to remember:
Remember that drinking any tea will not magically melt away all your fat. If you really want to rev your metabolism make sure that you incorporate these strength training exercises to your fitness routine.
References:
[1] Henning, S.M., Yang, J., Hsu, M. et al. Eur J Nutr (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00394-017-1542-8.
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