Obesity is a major health challenge for youngsters, often due to unhealthy eating habits and sedentary jobs. Regular exercise and a healthy diet may not always be feasible. This flaxseed and cinnamon tea is considered a ‘magical’ drink that can help you lose weight quickly. Along with simple exercises and a balanced diet, this refreshing tea could work wonders for your fitness. Noted nutritionist Khyati Roopani shared its incredible health benefits in a video on social media.
Check out the easy recipe for flaxseed-cinnamon tea below.
Ingredients
2 tsp flaxseeds
¼ tsp cinnamon powder
½ tsp lemon juice
1 cup water
Preparation
Add whole flaxseeds or flaxseed powder to boiling water
Simmer for 10-15 minutes
Turn off the flame, strain the liquid, and let it cool down
Add cinnamon powder and lemon juice
Mix well and enjoy
For best results, follow a low-fat diet and drink this tea early in the morning on an empty stomach.
Health benefits
Rich in fiber, flaxseeds satiate hunger and prevent overeating. Omega-3 fatty acids in flaxseeds protect the heart and help control cholesterol.
Cinnamon aids weight loss, curbs sugar cravings, and controls blood sugar levels. It adds flavour and aroma to dishes and is a rich source of antioxidants.
Loaded with vitamin C, lemon juice should be included in your daily diet for healthy, glowing skin. It boosts the body’s immunity, adds flavour and aroma to the tea, is low in calories, and can be enjoyed as a healthy drink.