Put the kettle on
‘Tea has a modest positive effect on fat burning, but can have a greater impact if you switch fizzy drinks or indulgent creamy drinks for a refreshing cup of tea,’ explains dietitian Carrie Ruxton. It’s thanks to tea’s EGCG – a plant polyphenol found naturally in tea leaves. Power up the fat-burning effects by choosing green tea – research has found that drinking one to four cups of this each day reduced body fat and weight.
Sleep smart
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