Mint is one of the first places by the number of varieties among all aromatic herbs. In total there are about 70 species, and this is only according to official sources. Now this plant can be found everywhere: in a forest, garden or garden. Apply it in various fields (medicine, cosmetology, etc.)
Mint for weight loss is also great. It helps the stomach and reduces hunger. Mint for weight loss is used not only in its natural form, but also as an essential oil.
The properties
Mint is used:
- With a cold. During the flu or cold season, mint tea is a must. It helps to cope with sore throat and cough.
- To relieve stress. Peppermint tea should be taken with stress and nervous tension. Better to drink before bedtime. After all, mint will contribute to a sound and peaceful sleep.
- To cleanse the body of accumulated toxins.
- To solve skin problems. Having a bath with the addition of mint, you can get rid of various rashes on the skin.
- With gastric problems. Peppermint reduces bloating, improves digestion.
- To enhance immunity.
- To get rid of bad breath (you just need to drink tea with fresh leaves).
Mint for weight loss
Peppermint tea reduces appetite and also reduces cravings for sweets. It is better to drink it in a warm form and in small sips. Such tea contains very few calories.
Mint can be consumed fresh, can be added to salads or to prepare various drinks. The following are some basic recipes:
- Peppermint Oil. It is necessary to take sunflower oil. You need to warm it up to 160 degrees. Cut the mint into a glass bowl and pour it with cooked oil. This mixture must be infused in a dark place under the lid for a month. The shelf life of the oil is 1 year. Use it as follows: drop 1-2 drops under the tongue. You can drip on a calcium tablet or a spoonful of honey, then dissolve. Apply for 10 days 3 times a day.
- Peppermint decoction. Leaves must be filled with water, set on low heat and cook for five minutes. Let stand a little. Water with mint is taken for a month up to four times a day.
- Herbal harvest. Take one teaspoon of tea, ginger, one coffee spoon of caraway seeds and a few mint leaves. Pour this mixture with boiling water, close the lid and let it brew for 20 minutes. Drink half an hour before eating 3 times a day.
Cucumber drink
All you need for cooking is a cucumber, lemon, mint. For weight loss, this drink is ideal. It is also very refreshing and relaxing. One cucumber and lemon must be cut into rings. Grate the second cucumber. The resulting mass is added to the container and add the chopped rings and mint. Pour everything into water and stir. Let it brew for about 10-15 minutes. The drink is ready. It serves as a good alternative to soda.
Ginger Drink
To cook it, you will need: ginger, cucumber, lemon, mint. For weight loss, such a drink is also suitable. Since there is ginger in its composition, it turns out to be even more effective.
After all, this root helps to speed up the metabolism. To prepare, you need to grate ginger, finely chop the cucumber, mint and lemon. Put all ingredients in water and refrigerate all night. In the morning you will get a delicious revitalizing drink for weight loss. Take about five times a day. Otherwise, this drink is called Sassi.
By the way, water with mint and lemon is not only very tasty, but also helps to reduce the waist.
Slimming Lemonade
Water that is infused with mint and lemon is considered one of the best ways to cleanse the body.
With this drink you can reduce weight, improve the overall condition of the skin. You can also add a slice of kiwi to the lemonade. It is advisable to drink 5-6 mugs a day.
Compote with mint
For such a drink, you need 200 grams of strawberries, which you need to peel and remove the tails. Next, fill the berries with sugar and leave to stand until they let the juice go. Then it is necessary to bring the water to a boil and lower the fruits into it. Cook for about five minutes. Remove from heat, put mint and refrigerate. After the drink has cooled, you can drink it. Such a compote with mint can easily replace soda, which will positively affect weight loss.
Tea
Of all the drinks, mint tea is most effective . These recipes are considered the simplest. You can cook:
- Mint green tea. The recipe is very simple. A few mint leaves are added to green tea. Then it is put on fire and brought to a boil.
- Tea with thyme and mint. Take one tablespoon of mint and thyme. Then you need to pour boiling water over them. Boil over low heat for five minutes. After boiling, leave for 15 minutes in a hot place.
- Mint tea with wild apples. Take one tablespoon of mint and apples. Cook in the same way as in previous recipes. Only during infusion should be wrapped in a blanket.
Bathtubs
Various mint baths can also be prepared. One of these is peppermint essential oil treatment. You need to draw warm water into the bath and add about 15 drops of peppermint essential oil. The adoption time is 15-20 minutes. Such a bath relieves stress, stress and soothes nerves, which is important when working on weight loss.
Many scientists believe that even the usual inhalation of mint provides satiety to the body. If you sniff the leaves of a plant before any meal, you will want to eat much less than usual.
Contraindications
Despite all the positive points, mint for weight loss has a number of contraindications. You can not take it:
- during pregnancy, breastfeeding women;
- if there is intolerance to menthol;
- if acidity is increased (heartburn may occur when drinking mint drinks);
- men also need to be careful with mint, as it can change the hormonal background.
You should always monitor the dose, since an overdose has a bad effect on the body. This can cause drowsiness, lethargy, muscle pain, and a slowing heart rate.
Conclusion
Do not think that in a week you can lose up to 4 kilograms. In addition to healing broths, you must also follow a diet.
You need to remember the basic rule - you need to drink mint tea every day.