Weight loss tea

iamaclownru
iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
edited March 2016 in Food and Nutrition
http://www.eatthis.com/21-best-teas-for-weight-loss
This web site says it has a list of teas that could help you loose weight.
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  • amyr271
    amyr271 Posts: 343 Member
    I stopped reading at 'Green tea blasts away fat'. No tea does this. The only way tea helps with weight loss is if it curbs your appetite, therefore meaning that you eat less and are within your calorie goal.

    Drink tea if you enjoy tea, just don't expect any miracle weight loss as a result.
  • iamaclownru
    iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
    Just thought it would be nice to share and could be helpful
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,242 Member
    Nope, nope and nope.
  • janejellyroll
    janejellyroll Posts: 25,763 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    Just thought it would be nice to share and could be helpful

    It's only helpful if it is accurate -- and it doesn't seem like accurate information.
  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    It's a nice list of teas, but I've never seen any research that suggests they have a noticeable impact on weight loss. Green tea had a possible impact on metabolism of like 4% (approx. 50-100 calories for the average person) in one very old study. Hardly "blasting away" anything.
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,242 Member

    iamaclownru wrote: »
    Just thought it would be nice to share and could be helpful

    Unfortunately, unless it is accurate, it's the opposite of helpful - it teaches people to believe that something is going to be a miracle fix when it isn't. Miseducation is never helpful.
  • ASKyle
    ASKyle Posts: 1,475 Member
    If tea magically blasted fat, would anyone be overweight?
  • Ready2Rock206
    Ready2Rock206 Posts: 9,487 Member
    I wish there really was magic fat blasting tea. Sadly while some of those teas sound very nice to drink for the flavor, none are going to blast fat.
  • iamaclownru
    iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
    Ok have any of you ever heard of hyleys Slim Tea it is supposed to promote weight loss
  • Cynsonya
    Cynsonya Posts: 668 Member
    amyrebeccah wrote: »
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    Ok have any of you ever heard of hyleys Slim Tea it is supposed to promote weight loss

    Most laxatives do, just not safely (or sustainably--water weight loss goes right back on).

    ^^Bingo
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,992 Member
    If tea really helped, then the Brits wouldn't have a weight issue. ;) (In best British accent) Spot of tea.......................

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  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    Ok have any of you ever heard of hyleys Slim Tea it is supposed to promote weight loss


    The "detox" and "slim" teas almost all contain natural diuretics or laxatives. They force your body to dump water or waste, but won't help with fat loss. You might see a big drop on the scale due to the fluids and poo being expelled, but it will come back once you stop the teas. Be careful with them, especially those containing senna. Senna shouldn't be used for more than 7 days.
  • JayRuby84
    JayRuby84 Posts: 557 Member
    Weight loss products are all a bunch of crap. Including these teas! Don't fall for it. Eat at a deficit, work out if you need to and keep it up. It takes time, not an over night "detox" process.
  • Ready2Rock206
    Ready2Rock206 Posts: 9,487 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    Ok have any of you ever heard of hyleys Slim Tea it is supposed to promote weight loss

    Stock up on toilet paper before you take it. My friend calls these Poop Tea. It's just a laxative.
  • iamaclownru
    iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
    The ingredients for this one is green tea senna leaves and natural blueberry flavor
  • iamaclownru
    iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
    So what you're telling me is this is just a regular green tea that has senna leaves which will help as a laxative
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,242 Member
    edited March 2016
    Senna is a laxative

  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    The ingredients for this one is green tea senna leaves and natural blueberry flavor

    Senna is an herbal laxative. Useful if you're constipated. Not so useful for weight loss. It's just a disguised form of laxative abuse.
  • Cynsonya
    Cynsonya Posts: 668 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    So what you're telling me is this is just a regular green tea that has senna leaves which will help as a laxative

    Yes
  • diannethegeek
    diannethegeek Posts: 14,776 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    So what you're telling me is this is just a regular green tea that has senna leaves which will help as a laxative

    Yes. You'd be better off drinking green tea if you like it and sticking to a diet and exercise plan

  • janejellyroll
    janejellyroll Posts: 25,763 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    So what you're telling me is this is just a regular green tea that has senna leaves which will help as a laxative

    A laxative is only "help" if you're actually constipated. Taking them to lose weight can be dangerous (and it isn't very effective beyond short-term weight loss that is quickly regained).
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,242 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    So what you're telling me is this is just a regular green tea that has senna leaves which will help as a laxative

    Yup, and you take a laxative when you don't need it, your going to cause yourself all sorts of distress. There's a reason laxative abuse is considered disordered behavior
  • iamaclownru
    iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,992 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it
    Weight loss is more about consumption than exercise. One can exercise as much as they want, but if consumption isn't controlled, then weight loss isn't going to happen.
    So be honest to yourself. Are you REALLY doing everything right when it comes to CICO? If not, then that's where you should resolve first.

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  • iamaclownru
    iamaclownru Posts: 11 Member
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it
    Weight loss is more about consumption than exercise. One can exercise as much as they want, but if consumption isn't controlled, then weight loss isn't going to happen.
    So be honest to yourself. Are you REALLY doing everything right when it comes to CICO? If not, then that's where you should resolve first.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
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    Im following the diet plan my dietitian set up for me
  • Cynsonya
    Cynsonya Posts: 668 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it

    I understand how you feel. I found myself weighing 331 pounds at Christmas. I said, "Ok, this HAS TO STOP!" So on Jan 6th I found MFP. I entered all my info and MFP set me up on a plan for 2lb a week. I began honestly weighing and logging every single thing I put in my mouth. I'm now 299 pounds. So I've lost 32 pounds in just over 2 months. No exercise other than walking at my job. None. If you follow the MFP plan that it gives you and weigh and log your food, you'll be successful.
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,992 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it
    Weight loss is more about consumption than exercise. One can exercise as much as they want, but if consumption isn't controlled, then weight loss isn't going to happen.
    So be honest to yourself. Are you REALLY doing everything right when it comes to CICO? If not, then that's where you should resolve first.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
    9285851.png


    Im following the diet plan my dietitian set up for me
    So is it plan where you actually weigh your food for accuracy? Or is it more liquid based?

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
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  • Cynsonya
    Cynsonya Posts: 668 Member
    amyrebeccah wrote: »
    xmichaelyx wrote: »
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it

    Have you considered that your weight issue is related to a problem with your periods?

    (And possibly other punctuation as well?)

    That's your reaction to someone who's hurting, frustrated, and asking for help?

    Unfortunately, there's one in every bunch :/
  • ClosetBayesian
    ClosetBayesian Posts: 836 Member
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    ninerbuff wrote: »
    iamaclownru wrote: »
    I'm just very frustrated with my weight I've been trying everything to lose weight I just purchased that new cize Beachbody program hoping that I can do that I am very overweight and have been counting calories for a long time I see a dietician and I'm going to physical therapy for major back and knee issues I'm doing pool therapy it hurts to walk let alone workout so I'm hoping that I can do this video I sent off for has anybody tried it
    Weight loss is more about consumption than exercise. One can exercise as much as they want, but if consumption isn't controlled, then weight loss isn't going to happen.
    So be honest to yourself. Are you REALLY doing everything right when it comes to CICO? If not, then that's where you should resolve first.

    A.C.E. Certified Personal and Group Fitness Trainer
    IDEA Fitness member
    Kickboxing Certified Instructor
    Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition
    9285851.png


    Im following the diet plan my dietitian set up for me

    Are you weighing everything you eat to make sure your portion sizes are appropriate? Logging what you eat to track your calories?
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
    OP save your money and ditch the slumming teas/supplements.

    Enter all your info into MFP, and eat the calories it gives you.
    If you want to be precise, then I suggest getting a food scale and weighing everything you eat, save cup measurements for fluids only. Weigh and log everything honestly and accurately, and you will see weight loss xx

    Don't stress out over exercise for now, you don't need it to lose weight. The calories mfp has given you will let you lose weight with zero exercise.

    Focus on one thing at a time, get comfortable and precise with that, and then move up to the next thing if you want.

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