Refreshing, calming, and metabolism-boosting
Start your mornings feeling refreshed and balanced with this Lemon Balm Detox Drink for Weight Loss (2025 edition)! 🌿 This soothing, citrusy beverage combines fresh lemon balm leaves, lemon juice, and metabolism-boosting ingredients like green tea and a hint of honey. Known for its natural stress-reducing and digestive benefits, lemon balm supports steady weight management — not by quick fixes, but by helping your body feel calm and in balance. Sip this herbal infusion warm or iced for a gentle detox, glowing skin, and sustained energy all day long. Perfect for busy mornings or post-meal relaxation. 💛
Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Brew Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 1–2 cups
Ingredients List
- 1 cup fresh lemon balm leaves (or 1 tbsp dried)
- 2 cups hot water
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp honey (optional, for natural sweetness)
- 1 green tea bag (optional for metabolism boost)
- A few mint leaves (optional for freshness)
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Heat-safe mug or teapot
- Tea strainer or infuser
- Measuring spoon
- Small kettle or pot
- Long spoon for stirring
Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Heat the water: Bring 2 cups of water to a gentle simmer (not boiling).
- Add lemon balm: Place fresh (or dried) lemon balm in a mug or teapot. Pour the hot water over it.
- Optional metabolism boost: Add the green tea bag and steep for 5 minutes. 🍃
- Strain & flavor: Remove the leaves and tea bag. Stir in lemon juice and honey.
- Add mint (optional): Drop in mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
- Enjoy: Sip warm in the morning or chill it over ice for a cooling detox drink. 🧊
Pro Tips
- Best time to drink: Morning on an empty stomach or after light meals.
- Storage: Store refrigerated for up to 24 hours if making ahead.
- Sweetener swap: Replace honey with stevia for a sugar-free option.
- Extra benefit: Add cucumber slices or ginger for added detox power.
Nutrition Table
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 cup | 20 | 0g | 4g | 0g | 0g | 3g |