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Costa Rican Tea Recipe for Weight Loss
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Costa Rican Tea Recipe for Weight Loss

This Costa Rican Tea Recipe for Weight Loss blends fresh ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, mint, pineapple, and Lemon Verbena tea to create a soothing, metabolism-boosting drink. With only about 25–30 calories per serving, it’s a natural and refreshing way to support weight loss. Drink it daily on an empty stomach or before meals for the best results.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine: American, Health & Wellness, international, Japanese
Calories: 25
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated or chopped
  • ½ tablespoon fresh turmeric or ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
  • ⅓ cup fresh pineapple chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Lemon Verbena tea bag
  • 1 green tea bag Optional for extra antioxidants
  • Lemon zest or a slice of fresh orange Optional for added flavor

Method
 

  1. Boil the water in a small saucepan.
  2. Add ginger, turmeric, and cinnamon stick to the boiling water. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Add mint leaves and pineapple. Simmer for another 5–10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, then add the Lemon Verbena tea bag. Let it steep for 3–5 minutes.
  5. Strain and serve. Enjoy hot or over ice!