Dandelion is often considered a nuisance weed, but it is also eaten and used extensively in herbal medicine.
For example, drinking dandelion tea is a great way to achieve your weight loss goal – however, before trying this method of shedding extra pounds, you should definitely consult with your doctor about possible contraindications.
Benefits of Dandelion Tea
Dandelion has a high potassium content, which gives it diuretic properties that help remove water from the body.
In addition to water, tea made from this plant can remove toxins from the body, reduce bloating and improve digestion.
Do not forget that the product, like others, has side effects in the form of frequent urination, diarrhea, dizziness, etc.
How to Make Dandelion Tea
To prepare the drink, you need to take 1-2.5 teaspoons (4-10 g) of dried dandelion leaves or 0.5-2 teaspoons (2-8 g) of dandelion roots.
Place them in a cup and pour one glass (250 ml) of boiling water over them. Let it brew for about 10-15 minutes.
It is recommended to strain the resulting infusion before use.
How to drink tea for weight loss
Dandelion tea should be consumed before meals – 3 cups a day.
At the same time, you should maintain a low-calorie healthy diet, because the drink is not a magic wand, but only an additional aid in losing weight.
Earlier we wrote about the dangers of rapid weight loss .
