Diet and Weight loss

Herbal remedies for weight loss. Is there any other branch of herbalism that is more misused? Everyday we are bombarded with pitches for natural weight loss products, on TV, on the radio, and those annoying pop up ads on the web. Most of these take the form of cleverly named, overpriced supplements that mash together a potpourri of weight loss herbs in a proprietary blend (meaning we want to hide the ingredients).

The best way to avoid gimmicks and false promises is to buy pure, organic bulk herbs and make your own weight loss teas, and tinctures from them. Not only will you be assured of quality and freshness, but you can fine tune your diet formula to suit your own unique metabolism. Take for example yerba mate ,green tea, and oolong tea , all healthy, good tasting teas that can help you burn calories and lose fat. There is no need to buy the overpriced and over hyped name brands. You can get the exact same herbal teas in bulk, save money, and more often than not get superior quality.

There are also some old fashioned herbs that you may not have heard much about, that can be used to stimulate metabolism and spur weight loss. Hibiscus is one of my personal favorites because of its tart good taste and healthy benefits. Fennel seed tea is another herb that depresses appetite and speeds digestion.

Stevia is a truly natural, zero calorie sweetener that is a lifesaver for me in lowering my calorie intake from sugars. Stevia leaf can be brewed with your tea, and does not impart the bitter taste that extracts of stevia do.

Keep in mind that you didn't gain those extra pounds overnight, and they are not going to magically disappear overnight. Practice yoga, walk the dog, work out at the gym, keeping active may be the most important thing you do. When you need a little herbal help try one of these diet teas to help keep you on the right path.