Lotus leaf has been a good slimming product since ancient times. As early as the Ming Dynasty, there was a medical book saying: "Lotus leaf can lose weight and make people thin and feel inferior", and it is a natural plant with no side effects, quick effect and quite famous. China has regarded lotus leaf as a slimming medicine since ancient times. Because the root, (lotus root) and leaves of lotus have the functions of simple diuresis and laxative. Medicinal properties of lotus leaf Lotus leaf is the leaf of perennial aquatic herb Lotus. Its chemical components mainly include nuciferine, citric acid, malic acid, gluconic acid, oxalic acid, succinic acid and other anti-mitotic alkaline components. Pharmacological research shows that lotus leaf has antipyretic, antibacterial and spasmolytic effects. The processed lotus leaf tastes bitter, slightly salty and pungent, and has the functions of clearing away heat and relieving summer heat, promoting diuresis and activating yang, removing blood stasis and stopping bleeding, and has certain curative effects on various diseases. To make full use of the slimming effect of lotus leaf tea, some tips are needed. The tea brewed with strong tea for the second time, although it can be brewed many times, has no effect. But apart from the first bubble, it is impossible to lose weight. A small bag of lotus leaf tea can be used to brew a teacup. Basically, you can brew 3-4 bags every day and drink them 3-4 times. People with signs of constipation can drink 4 packs in the first week 1 day, and finish them in 4 times. Smooth stool is more helpful to lose weight. It is best to drink on an empty stomach. Drink before meals. There is no need to go on a diet, because after drinking for a period of time, the hobby of food will naturally change, and many people don't like to eat dirty and greasy food. In addition, lotus leaf tea need not be boiled. Put a bag of tea in a teapot or teacup, and pour boiling water to drink. It is best to stew for 5-6 minutes, so that the tea leaves will be thicker. Moreover, even if the tea is cold, the effect will not change, and it tastes better after being chilled in summer.

Lotus leaf has the effects of lowering blood pressure, reducing blood fat and losing weight, but there is no authoritative data on lowering blood sugar at present.

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