Pepper tea: An ancient Eastern recipe for modern weight loss

Tea with pepper has been consumed in Eastern cultures for ages to maintain health. It is also a commonly practiced custom there. Such a brew perfectly warms and stimulates, making it an excellent addition to the fall-winter menu. Furthermore, it aids the weight loss process. Drink regularly, and you'll fit into your favourite jeans that are still too tight for the New Year's Eve party.

Pepper tea can support weight loss thanks to piperine, a compound in pepper. This compound is responsible for the pungent taste of pepper and a range of its properties, including those that accelerate metabolism, improve overall digestion, and increase the absorption of certain vitamins, such as vitamin B.

Pepper also has thermogenic properties, meaning it stimulates fat burning, thus accelerating the process of losing excess weight. However, it’s important to note that pepper tea will not replace physical activity and a balanced diet, but it can support the weight loss process. The consumption of this drink should be regular.

You can prepare pepper tea using both black and green tea as a base. Pour boiling water over tea bags or dried tea leaves as you usually do, then add freshly crushed pepper (a quarter of a teaspoon is enough) and steep the mixture for about 5 minutes. After this time, strain the brew through a fine sieve and sip it slowly.

To enrich the flavour, it is worth adding honey, lemon, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, or other spices and citrus fruits to the prepared tea. A great idea is to combine piperine with another valuable compound - curcumin, which is present in turmeric. Piperine can increase the bioavailability of curcumin significantly.