- Effects on the body
- List
- Contraindications
- Instructions for use
- Recipes
Causes of excess weight are very diverse, and for each person they are individual: stress, low physical activity, heredity, postpartum period, age… I can list them indefinitely. The struggle with each of them requires different methods. If you are sure that your problem lies solely in overeating, and you cannot cope with yourself in this matter, there is a way out of this situation. Try drinking herbs that reduce appetite, quickly and permanently satisfying hunger. You will not have to reproach yourself for an extra bun eaten, and the vegetable origin of herbs will have only a beneficial effect on the body.
Effects on the body
Herbs with this effect have recently become a safe alternative to medications for weight loss. Some of them achieve the result by removing excess fluid (diuretics), others – by actively burning fat cells (fat burners), and others by regulating appetite (suppressing hunger). The latter are considered the most safe for health, according to doctors and nutritionists, as they have a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract. It is customary to classify them as follows.
- Mucilaginous (covering)
Once ingested, such herbs envelop the walls of the stomach with a special mucus. For some time, it becomes a protective layer that blocks the action of gastric juice. After all, it is this that provokes the feeling of hunger. If you block it, the brain does not receive a signal about the desire to eat. Accordingly, even at lunchtime, you will not eat a large portion. And this means fewer calories consumed. The result is weight loss.
- Swelling
These herbs for suppressing appetite are real masters at deception. Under the influence of the liquid, they tend to swell, thereby signaling to the body that the stomach is already full. Accordingly, you will not be able to eat much. If, after a course of herbal medicine, you adhere to the principles of proper, balanced nutrition, the weight will not return. It’s just that you will get used to eating small portions.
- Antacid
Their effect is also associated with blocking of gastric juice. At the same time, they differ from the first group in that they do not create a mucous barrier. These plants act directly on hydrochloric acid, reducing its concentration. If it is not there, then there is no appetite either. However, such remedies, if used for a long time, can seriously disrupt the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Sedative
It’s no secret that appetite often flares up against a background of nervous tension and stress. To reduce it, you need to calm down. It is not always possible to do this on your own. However, herbs with an antidepressant effect can become a way out of this situation. In medicine, this is called “compulsive overeating”, and in everyday life – “psychological hunger.”
- Toning
Many of us do not perceive these plants as medicinal, although they are present in almost every home. We are accustomed to them as ordinary, refreshing drinks. But in fact, they not only give a boost of energy – they perfectly reduce appetite. Most of these teas contain substances that contribute to this: caffeine, theobromine, theophylline. And we must not forget about their diuretic effect.
- Hypoglycemic
Herbs that can lower blood sugar primarily affect metabolic processes in the body. They contain inulin, which is known to most people as a sugar substitute, a plant polysaccharide. It slows down the absorption of fats and simple carbohydrates by the intestines, and reduces the glycemic index of foods. This naturally blocks cravings for sweets and appetite.
You can choose herbs from any group for weight loss, taking into account their effect on the body. All of them are designed to reduce appetite and satisfy even the strongest hunger.
Tip. If you are often haunted by a feeling of hunger between meals, always keep soaked flax seeds on hand (they have an enveloping effect on the stomach). As soon as you feel like eating, take a small handful and start chewing slowly. You will see – your appetite will noticeably decrease.
List
In order to buy herbal appetite suppressants at the pharmacy, you need to know which ones are the most effective, because more than 70 plants have this effect on the body. Some of them are on our list.
Mucilaginous:
- aloe;
- marshmallow root;
- rosemary;
- flax (seed);
- linden (flowers);
- coltsfoot (roots).
Swelling:
- nettle;
- kelp;
- oats;
- wheat;
- fucus;
- sage.
Antacid:
- wood betony;
- heather;
- St. John’s wort;
- linden (flowers);
- mint (leaves);
- fennel (fruits).
Sedative:
- valerian;
- oregano;
- rhodiola rosea;
- linden (flowers);
- mint;
- motherwort;
- chamomile.
Toning:
- ginger (root);
- mate;
- pu-erh;
- chicory;
- green tea.
Hypoglycemic:
- birch (buds);
- helichrysum;
- hawthorn;
- blackberry;
- St. John’s Wort;
- strawberry (leaves);
- clover;
- nettle;
- corn silk;
- burdock (root);
- plantain;
- wormwood;
- lilac (buds);
- currant;
- chicory;
- bilberry (leaves).
You can use either one plant or a whole herbal mix. The main thing is to observe the proportions when mixing. Sometimes they are sold in pharmacies ready-made. If you have the opportunity to collect raw materials yourself – there are no obstacles for this. It is only necessary to understand well where, for example, field horsetail grows, where the wood horsetail grows, and where the horsetail grows, since each of them has different specific properties.
Important. Can’t stop during a meal and overeat? Try starting your meal with a salad made from kelp. Even though it is seaweed, it is also a herb in a sense. Since it has swelling properties, it leaves practically no room in the stomach for other dishes.
Contraindications
If you decide to use herbs that reduce appetite and contribute to weight loss, it is imperative to get a doctor’s approval. Despite the fact that many sources convince us of their absolute safety, it is no secret that each plant has a multifaceted effect on the body. There is no 100% guarantee that the selected herb will not affect you negatively. Both in the case of taking medications and in the case of using herbal medicine, the doctor should be aware of your decision and give his approval.
Remember, if you have no contraindications
