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The Life-Changing Breakfast Hack Experts Swear By To Boost Your Metabolism And Jumpstart Weight Loss

June 2, 2020 by Hannah Kerns
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If you are hoping to lose weight, taking a closer look at your breakfast is a good idea. Specifically, if your regularly drink a cup tea in the morning, there’s a surprising way to make it healthier–and more weight loss friendly.

With that in mind, keep reading for the life-changing breakfast hack experts swear by to boost your metabolism.

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Put Your Tea in the Microwave

According to Eat This, Not That!, microwaving your green tea can be beneficial for weight loss: "Researchers in one study found microwaving green tea bags in water extracted 20 percent more catechins than simply letting them sit in hot H2O."

 

Green tea is high in catechins, which are related to your metabolism. Healthline explains, "This healthy beverage is loaded with potent antioxidants called catechins. The most important of these is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a substance that can boost metabolism."

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Speaking to ABC, Dr Vuong, who works at the University of Newcastle on the New South Wales Central Coast, explains how this works:"Microwaving is one of the advanced technologies to get more bioactive compounds from the products."

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To try it out, follow these steps: put hot water in the cup with your teabag, heat in the microwave for 30 seconds on half power, let it sit for a minute.

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With that in mind, if you are hoping to give your metabolism a boost in the morning, try microwaving your green tea before drinking it.

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Hannah Kerns pitches and writes compelling stories for SheFinds' readers. When she isn't listening to podcasts or catching up on true crime, she covers the latest in beauty, health, fashion, and celebrity news. To reach Hannah, email hannah@shefinds.com.

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Woman enjoying a cup of spearmint tea for health.
Various types of bread arranged on a wooden table.
Costco bakery display filled with delicious baked goods.
Woman holding her head in distress, possibly in pain.
Woman experiencing joint pain, seeking relief and comfort.
Close-up image of a beauty product or treatment.
Popular fast food brands like Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to aromatic coffee for flavor.
Bagels, blueberries, and butter beautifully arranged on a board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Colorful Brazilian dish with rice, beans, and chicken.
Checking the time while enjoying a healthy breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwich products in grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice and fresh greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Delicious s'mores brownies from Aldi's baked goods selection.
Grilled chicken breast with crispy fries and fresh salad.
Frozen pizza options available in-store for quick meals.
Crispy fried fish served with golden French fries.