Among manufacturers of products for weight loss, Herbalife occupies a special position. His work was criticized many times, and the drugs were called useless. Despite everything, the company’s offices are functioning all over the world, and some of the funds are popular and well recognized. Herbalife Herbal Drink is tea that is used to cleanse the body and safely lose weight. Below we will analyze in more detail its composition, admission rules and consumer reviews.
General information
Mark Hughes at one time was inspired by the idea of creating funds for healthy weight loss. It was he who created Herbalife in the USA in 1980. He released a line of dietary supplements for weight loss and proper nutrition, among which tea occupied a special place.
The company claims that the composition of the preparations includes only extracts, powders and extracts from medicinal fruits and herbs that act on the body without harm to health, helping to normalize metabolism, reduce weight, improve skin and hair condition.
Herbalife slimming products have a convenient form of use. All additives and teas are tested and developed in our own laboratories, and also have the necessary certificates. More than eighty company offices operate throughout the world, including in Russia. Therefore, it is not difficult to buy products of this brand.
What is the use of the drink?
It is worth immediately debunking the myth that the Herbalife herbal drink burns fat. This is actually not the case. The ingredients that make up tea act differently. They cleanse the body of toxins, remove excess fluid, reduce appetite and improve intestinal motility.
The benefits of the drink are as follows:
- metabolism is stimulated;
- vitality increases;
- swelling;
- excess water and toxins are excreted;
- cheerfulness and lightness appears;
- digestion improves;
- decreased appetite.
The composition and properties of the main components
Herbalife Herbal Drink contains extracts of black and green tea, hibiscus, cardamom, coffee powder and mallow. Below we consider each of these components in more detail.
- Green tea extract. It has tonic and antioxidant properties, contains caffeine. The therapeutic effect is provided thanks to the vitamin P, which is part of the composition. It reduces blood pressure, strengthens blood vessels, normalizes sugar and cholesterol in the blood. Catechins have antiviral and antimicrobial effects. Vitamins, enzymes and minerals have a beneficial effect on metabolism, increase metabolism, promote the elimination of toxins and the breakdown of fats. Antioxidant properties slow down the aging process, prevent cell oxidation and have a positive effect on the skin.
- Black tea extract. Improves memory, activates mental activity, stimulates metabolism, relieves fatigue, normalizes heart activity, speeds up metabolism, is useful for teeth. In addition, it contains quercetin, which prevents the formation of blood clots. Black tea extract also contains organic acids, alkaloids, tannins, essential oils and vitamins. And manganese and iron have a beneficial effect on the general well-being of a person.
- Mallow extract. Strengthens the antioxidant defense of the body, as it is considered a source of anthocyanins. Caffeine tones and speeds up the metabolism. Improves the effects of green tea, which helps more efficient removal of fats.
- Hibiscus flowers. They contain a special complex of fruit and amino acids, inorganic and organic trace elements, a large number of vitamins. Also in the hibiscus flowers there are polysaccharides, flavonoids, anthocyanins. All this helps to cleanse the body, remove toxins, improve metabolism and slow down the formation of fat. The complex of microelements and vitamins provides the body with vital energy, helps to overcome fatigue, and improves immunity.
- Cardamom extract normalizes digestion. It is considered one of the best digestive system stimulants. It contains calcium, iron, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, B vitamins and useful essential oils. Removes toxins from the body.
- Lemon zest extract. It contains a large number of bioflavonoids, which help to better absorb vitamins and other beneficial substances.
Herbalife Herbal Drink: How to Drink
Since tea contains a lot of caffeine, experts advise drinking it in the morning and afternoon, but no later than 17 hours. Brewing a drink is very simple: 0.5 teaspoon of the powder is poured with hot, warm or cold water, it all depends on the preferences of the person. Tea is consumed several times a day, and the time taken is independent of food.
The therapeutic course lasts one month, then a break is made. The Herbalife herbal drink can be used not only for weight loss, but also for loss of strength, chronic fatigue, and reduced working capacity. Calorie content is only 5 kcal per serving.
Side effects and contraindications
Prolonged use of this tea may cause dizziness, insomnia, and dry mouth. In some cases, the heart rhythm is disturbed, the pressure rises, a suppressed emotional state occurs. Before using the Herbalife Tea herbal drink, you need to consult a doctor.
The drug is contraindicated in:
- pregnancy and lactation;
- diabetes mellitus;
- individual intolerance to the components;
- chronic diseases of the stomach;
- increased nervous excitability;
- hypertension
- violations in the liver and kidneys;
- diseases of the circulatory system;
- severe atherosclerosis.
Also, you should not drink tea for migraines and severe headaches until the reasons for their occurrence are clear.
Does everyone lose weight
During the time that the company sells its products, thousands of women and men have used additives. They drank teas, took protein shakes, consumed bars and tried to follow the recommendations of the consultants.
Real reviews about "Herbalife" for weight loss only say that you can really get rid of extra pounds only in combination with physical activity and proper nutrition. If you do not follow a diet and do not exercise, no teas and dietary supplements will help. Most people who eat unbalanced speak of company products as useless products that do not help burn fat.
The opinion of doctors and lost weight
On forums and sites you can find a lot of real reviews about Herbalife. There are both positive and negative statements. After analyzing them, we can conclude that tea helps only those who refuse junk food and regularly engage in sports.
Many doctors are skeptical of an herbal slimming drink. Some assume that the drug can be used as an additional tool during the fight against extra pounds. In this case, it is able to increase the effectiveness of other methods by cleansing the body and accelerating metabolism. But the effect of tea is very small, and as an independent product for weight loss, it is useless. Experts also focus on the fact that prolonged and uncontrolled use of the Herbalife herbal drink can be harmful to health.
Criticism
The company has repeatedly faced litigation and has been criticized. Most often, the accusations were based on the fact that the supplements produced do not give the promised effect and even do harm. In the 90s, the first publications on the hepatotoxicity of Herbalife drugs appeared. At the same time, studies have been performed that have revealed that agents can cause severe renal failure. It is worth noting that the objectivity of the results was called into question.
In the 80s, Herbalife was called the financial pyramid. This led to the fact that the company was periodically under investigation. But here, the fault was never proven. The company was also called a sect, suspected of being associated with Scientologists and Masons, criticized for the personality cult of Mark Hughes. All this continues now. But, in spite of everything, Herbalife continues its activities.
Conclusion
The action of the Herbalife herbal drink is based on a decrease in appetite and an acceleration of metabolism. Tea is positioned as a means of natural plant ingredients. The manufacturer promises not only weight loss after using the product, but also an improvement in intestinal motility, skin and hair condition, and the appearance of vitality. However, without physical exertion and proper nutrition, a drink will not help get rid of extra pounds.