Sip of health: How white, cinnamon teas can help beat the bulge this festive season

By Shikha Puri

Sumptuous sweets, delicious food, free-flowing wine with family and friends are some of the many indulgences that come with the festive season.

While it's fun to partake in the festivities and make every day a cheat day, the after effects of the bingeing can become a problem if not dealt with.


Even though the impending winter months make for the perfect excuse to camouflage all the excess fat under layers of clothes, here are some teas that can help keep your waistline in check:

White Tea

Best had first thing in the morning, it acts as a tummy cleanser. The best grade of white tea is Silver Needles, being the least oxidised form it has maximum antioxidants.

Celeb quotient - Considered the most expensive tea, Silver Needle has Antonio Banderas and Queen Elizabeth as fans.

Organic Green Tea

Made in select tea estates of Darjeeling, this form of tea is entirely pesticide and chemical-free. No chemicals are used in the manufacturing process or stored in the tea estate, not even mosquito repellents.

Best consumed at mid-day along with some fruit. After white tea, it is a great metabolism booster.

Cinnamon Green Tea
Your evening tea should be with cinnamon; this magical spice helps check sugar cravings. It also helps in controlling blood sugar levels, cholesterol and diabetes.

Jasmine Green Tea
Bingeing on snacks and late night dinners leaves you with high adrenaline. The Fujian Jasmine Green Tea from China is perfect for this scenario. Besides acting as a detox after the party, jasmine also calms you down and aids in getting good sleep.


Overall, the secret is to keep yourself hydrated as this will keep your metabolism rate in check. Having 3-4 cups of green tea a day is recommended by nutritionists and dieticians.

- The author is the CEO and co-founder of the tea boutique, Teacupsfull.

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