Hausa/Fulani/Igbo/Yoruba herbs for Flat Tummy and Weight Loss.
π₯ Does Herbal Weight Loss and Products help in Weight Loss and flat belly?
π― There are many herbal products in town from various ethnic groups like Yoruba, Hausa, Igbo and fulani that are taken for weight loss and burning of belly fat. Though many of these herbal products have been said to have positive effect for weight loss.
π Many of the claims associated with these herbal products are false. While few of these herbal products are dangerous and have negative side effects to the consumers of such herbal drink.
π There are many herbal weight loss products that are not safe. No matter the claim that is associated with any herbal weight loss product, you have to consult your healthcare provider for accurate advice and guidance on the use of any herbal weight loss product.
π― There are examples of herbal weight loss products that may have positive effect on weight loss when used as advised by your healthcare provider, such as;
β -Alfalfa has ingredients that may help make fat more soluble and helps your blood vessels stay healthier.
β - Chickweed may help in the breakdown of fat molecules.
β - Cayenne pepper (Yoruba pepper) or negro pepper has capsaicin which may help with blood circulation and digestion. It works by increasing your body metabolism. This helps with weight loss.
β - Dandelion Root may help the liver by helping clean the body of toxins and makes your body metabolize fat better.
β - Fennel Seed may help increase your energy level and helps to reduce hunger. Though large amounts of this may be toxic. Consult Use with nettle in a tea to help in weight loss
β -Green Tea is a very popular product that helps the metabolism of fat and raises your level of energy working much like caffeine in giving you more energy.
βͺAju mbaise , a popular Igbo herb from Owerri is believed to be effective in burning and reducing excess tummy fat especially after delivery.
π―There are some herbal weight loss products that should be avoided. These are;
β - Any herbal weight loss products that are laxatives such as buck-thorn cascara, rhubarb root, senna, and other common herbal products. The problem of taking these products is that they may cause dehydration, constant cramping and diarrhea. Addiction resulting to being bulimic may occur.
β - Herbal weight loss products that contain ephedra, ma-huang, or herbal phen-phen should be avoided as this is seen to increase blood pressure and heart rate of the consumer.
π₯ Note:
β - Before taking any of these herbal weight loss product, ensure you talk to your doctor or dietician to find out how it might affect you and react with medications you might be taking. This is to ensure that it is safe and not harmful to you.
β - Know that for effective positive effect of these herbal weight loss products, you must incorporate healthy eating pattern, portion control, regular exercise and adequate sleep.
Culled by www.nimedhealth.com.ng from:
AYOADE Moses
Diet Coach/ Healthy Eating Evangelist.
