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How to make hot lemon balm tea for weight loss - step by step recipe process
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Hot Lemon Balm Tea for Weight Loss

A soothing herbal tea that supports natural weight management through stress reduction, better sleep, and gentle appetite control. Made with fresh or dried lemon balm leaves.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: beverage
Cuisine: Herbal
Calories: 5
Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon balm leaves or 1 tablespoon dried lemon balm
  • 1 cup 8 oz filtered water
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey optional
  • 1 fresh lemon slice optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare the leaves: Gently bruise fresh lemon balm leaves by rolling them between your palms to release essential oils.
  2. Heat water: Bring filtered water to a gentle boil, then let cool for 1-2 minutes to reach 200°F.
  3. Steep tea: Place lemon balm leaves in your teacup or teapot. Pour hot water over leaves and cover.
  4. Time steeping: Allow to steep for 5-7 minutes for optimal flavor and therapeutic benefits.
  5. Strain and serve: Remove leaves, add honey or lemon if desired, and enjoy while warm.

Video

Calories: 5 Carbohydrates: 1g Sugar: Fat: 0g Protein: 0g Sodium: 0mg Fiber: 0g

Notes

  • Fresh leaves provide superior flavor but dried works well too
  • Don't use boiling water as it can make the tea bitter
  • Cover during steeping to retain essential oils
  • Best consumed 30 minutes before meals or 1-2 hours before bedtime
  • Can be enjoyed 2-3 times daily