There are plenty of low-cal herbal tea options that are suitable for consumption during fasting, so most teas can be consumed safely as long as no milk, sugar or other high calorie additives are added to them.
Real tea (green, oolong, black, white and pu-erh teas) should be consumed during fasts provided it remains unsweetened and caffeine free. These types of tea are composed of leaves harvested from Camellia sinensis shrub.
Herbal teas, on the other hand, are created by infusing plants other than Camellia sinensis with herbal infusions such as peppermint, lemon ginger, chamomile or lavender for caffeine-free infusions that make an excellent option during a fast or for those sensitive to caffeine. These herbal beverages make an excellent option for fasters or anyone suffering from caffeine sensitivities who wish to switch things up during their fast.
One of the many benefits of tea is its ability to ease hunger pangs associated with fasting. It does this by inhibiting ghrelin production – the hormone responsible for feelings of hunger. Furthermore, there is evidence that certain antioxidants present in tea may stimulate fat-burning processes.
Next time you are fasting and have difficulty fighting off hunger pangs or cravings, reach for a cup of tea. It could help ease your hunger while staying true to your fasting goals – just make sure not to add milk, sugar or other high-calorie ingredients that could break the fast! To get maximum benefit out of these teas it is also important to know which are calorie-free.
Tea drinking during fasts also provides other health advantages, including alleviating nausea symptoms and increasing metabolism, aiding digestion of food and decreasing abdominal pain. Furthermore, studies have suggested that caffeine can increase energy levels during fasting.
Tea has long been appreciated for both its flavor and health benefits, making it a go-to drink among many looking to improve their wellness. That makes tea an excellent tool for fasting or dieting as it keeps us hydrated without taking in unnecessary calories; some beverages, like coffee, may cause discomfort while coconut water contains many sugary sweeteners that could derail fasts.
Colt Serrano