FitTea Review

Losing weight is my primary goal this year. I am still in the yo-yo stage and I seriously want to get out of it because it is unhealthy and it is a bad cycle I have to break. So far, I have started cleaning my food intake. Although the process is a laborious one,  I have to work hard on my focus, and determination to really achieve my goal.

My recent vacation proved how much physically unfit I have been. The longs walks I have been doing when I was younger and still slimmer proved to be more of a daunting task. I realised that I cannot fulfil my dreams if I am not physically fit. I have to do something about it.

One way of achieving my weight loss goal is to purge all the unhealthy vices I have accumulated in the past such as:

Bad Eating
binging
snacking on processed foods
eating at fast foods and restaurants
skipping meals
drinking soda like it is water
not eating enough vegetables and fruits


Sedentary lifestyle
sitting in front of the computer for a long period of time
not exercising
taking shortcuts like driving to the nearby grocery, not using the stairs, parking near the entrance, etc.
not walking my dog regularly
will watch the TV rather than exercise
sleeps longer


No will power
no interest in keeping up with my goals
easily swayed to give-up when the weight doesn't fall off
not really focused
gets very impatient


Having analysed all my weaknesses from attaining my goals only show that I am a "big" work in progress and pun intended there, unless I do something about it. I do not want to end up sick, and unhealthy. And it is not yet too late.

Once I have realised what's keeping me from attaining my goals, it has become clear to me that I will have to help myself first and the rest will fall into place and with that, I have to clean myself IN and OUT. One way of doing that is taking FitTea and I am glad I did.

Before I tried FitTea, I had to research on FitTea results and FitTea reviews so I can decide if I will be able to stick to my plans. Upon tasting the product and feeling some good effects, I have been convinced to finish the whole pack and see more positive results.

FitTea is an all-natural tea made of organic green tea, oolong wu yi, organic rooibus, ginger, pomegranate, guarana, birch, stevia, corn and honey powder. Most of these ingredients are known for their detoxing properties which help in cleaning your digestive track, providing more energy to sustain your workouts, promotes fat-burning action, and improve immune system too. You may wonder what the role of "birch" in weight loss and why is a weight loss component derived from a known tree. Birch is used to help dispel water retention from the body. It is also used to treat arthritis, heart problems, achy joints and a good irrigation therapy to flush out the urinary tract. Other ingredients like the organic rooibus has properties that is good for the heart and full of antioxidants to give your immunisation a good boost. The other ingredient like oolong is also known as a good diuretic just like the birch.

What I like:
It tastes good and I did not have to use sugar or honey to sweeten because it already contains stevia, a natural plant-based sweetener and honey powder which already provides the nice and not-so-sweet taste to the drink.

It does not have that bitter tea taste.

It smells good. I feel like I am drinking flower juices.

I am more energised.

I do not have stomach cramps unlike the other detox tea I have tried previously.

It clears my digestion.

I do no't feel bloated.

It has helped suppress my appetite which helps curb my vicious chips snacking and soda drinking sessions.


What I don't like:
Nothing. So far, I like the effects and will continue to complete the 28-day detox by taking the rest of the supply regularly.


My recommendation:
Yes, I do recommend this product for the reason that it is helping me suppress my appetite, giving me renewed energy to go start with my exercise and ease the bloating. I have yet to see the weight loss part later because I have just started with the detox few days ago.

FitTea can help if you will just eat healthily and start engaging in activities that will help build and sustain stamina and burn calories to encourage weight loss. I can already imagine the FitTea makers saying this: "Give us a few weeks and we'll give you a new waistline." Not bad! And I am hoping to see better results in the coming days.

So, if you are packing on the pounds rather than losing them or you are on your way to giving yourself a healthy lifestyle with a sound body and mind, give FitTea a try and see the results yourself.

Pure Organic Green Tea Matcha Review #greentea

** I received this product for free for evaluation purposes. My feedback is 100% mine and may vary from yours.

The first time I have tasted matcha was during our family trip to Japan. It was everywhere, from the KitKat Matcha flavoured chocolate to cupcakes and cakes to lattes and smoothies. So, I am very thankful to receive this organic matcha powder to try at home because I love matcha and it is a healthier option to drink rather than colas or those sugary fruit juices.

100% Pure Organic Matcha is a nice-tasting beverage to have if you want to skip on the sugary sodas and fizzy drink. Aside from it being natural and free from sugar additive, it is a better and healthier option to have when you feel like drinking juices, sodas and caffeinated drinks.

(This is my iced green tea matcha which I prepared with few ice cubes, low fat milk, and matcha powder. I used a blender in the pulse setting and it was yummy!)

As for the taste, it has a very distinct green tea taste without being too bitter and it’s even great just plain with hot water for a good latte instead of drinking caffeinated coffee or tea. You can actually skip the sugar when preparing this green tea matcha as it is already flavourful. I used a small amount of low fat milk to make my iced green tea matcha latte drink. It was really yummy!

The texture of the matcha tea is soft and very powdery and when you prepare your drink, it doesn't clump as long as you mix it well with hot water if you prefer to make a hot green tea matcha latte.

It is easy to prepare and when you purchase this product, it comes with a free e-book of green tea matcha recipes you can try not only for preparing your matcha tea but also for baking, smoothies and latte.

It is 100% organic and free from chemicals and preservatives.

It is very high in antioxidant EGCg which is known for its cancer fighting properties. And aside from being rich in antioxidants, it also have health benefits like boosting one's memory, provides energy because it also contains the amino acid called L-Theanine which is great for focys and memory, stimulates metabolism, and has fat blocking and calorie burning properties too.

1 pouch has a net weight of 4 oz (113g) and has a resealable zip-lock.

Where to buy:

You can purchase this product from here.

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I highly recommend this 100% pure organic matcha green tea powder. It is also great for baking, smoothies and latte.

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My Celestial Seasonings Taste Test from Influenster's #FrostyVoxBox #CelestialTea

Yummmmmy. The word to describe this slightly sweet, minty, light tea from Celestial Seasonings Tea.  I love to drink tea and this is the first time I have tasted a tea that reminds me of Christmas. Oh wait, it is the Christmas season and the taste of this Celestial Seasonings Tea is just that - Christmassy!

It has a slight sweetness with a tad minty taste too. It is not a very strong tea for my taste, rather, it has that smooth taste and in my opinion, it's great to drink it during cold days and nights where you just sit by the fireplace with a cup of hot Celestial Seasonings. Of course, I'm sure it's great to drink all year round but that's how I associate the taste to the cold season. If there is a comfort food, then this is the "comfort drink."



Disclaimer:


I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Libre Tea Glasses Gift Idea For The Tea Lovers Out There

Do you want a nice present for someone who loves to drink tea? That's where Libre Tea comes in. It's a great gift for those who not only want the health benefits but also the tasty drink to go with it!
Libre tea glass infuser comes in many designs and sizes to cater to all your specific needs. An eco-friendly tea infuser for the 'on the go' and so much more.

Ranging from original, large and mug; you can drink your loose leaf tea anytime, anywhere. With its durable poly exterior and glass interior, your glass should be break-free and still keep your drink hot or cold and fresh all the while. Also, including the removable stainless steel filter, its easy to clean and no loose leaves in your mouth. Isn't that amazing?

I have several teas here, the loose-leaf and ready-to-brew to the infused kind. However, no matter the type of tea I drink, I have my Libre Tea Glasses very handy. I have 2 sizes now, the large which is 14 oz and the original size which is only 9 oz.

I like the original size because it's compact enough to fit in my purse. Aside from that,  it is the perfect size for my grip and it makes about 2 cups of nice, hot and healthy tea! It is not bulky and just like the large size I reviewed few months ago, the original size also has double insulation and the tea will stay hot longer.


What is Libre Tea?
Libre (say Lee-brah!) Tea is a type of "teaware" for the tea lovers out there. It is distributed by Energetic Marketing, a company committed to sustainable people and planet practices, awesome customer service and a great tea experience for everyone to enjoy.

What it's made of?
The Libre Tea glass is made of high quality materials such as glass, BPA-free poly Tritan, and stainless steel.



Libre Tea comes in several types of glass infuser variety  which are all equally great for gift-giving this Holiday Season. The recently released Libre Life 14 oz glasses are nice with lovely colors caps and glass designs to choose from.

Other Libre glasses to try:

Libre Original and Libre Large

Libre glass'n poly Mug

You can purchase Libre products from Libretea.com.

This company is listed under It's My Party's Holiday Gift Guide for 2014.

Disclaimer:
I received the product complimentary from Libre Tea for evaluation purposes. I only review products that I will use and like. My feedback is 100% mine and may vary from yours.

(Photo credits: Except where properly indicated, all photos are from libretea.com)

Review - Libre Tea Glass

I love to drink tea. I bring tea bags at work and even when we go on our travels. I always have few tea bags packed. Aside from tea bags, I also have loose tea leaves that I brew during weekends. Unfortunately, I don't have any small strainer for the loose tea leaves and they end up on my cup of tea which is not how I want to drink my tea.

So, the Libre Tea Glass is a wonder in itself and I thank Energetic Marketing, a fully 100% Canadian company that sells this brand - Libre (Lee-brah), for providing me this beautiful insulated tea glass to use now for my loose tea leaves.

Libre Tea Glass is sold in 3 sizes - Large, Original, Libre Glass n' Poly Mug. Libre Tea Glass is also sold by sets of 6 per size and style.

The Large Libre Tea Glass holds around 14 oz, the Original around 9 oz, and the mug around 10 oz. I chose the large one so I can make 2 full cups and sip my tea in the morning and in the afternoon.

What I like:
It is easy to carry. You can put it in your tote bag or hold it.
It is double-walled and made of Borosilicate glass inside which is similar to "Pyrex." So, even if you poured very hot water, your hands will not get burned because of the insulation.
It can be used for both hot and cold.
1 Large Libre Tea Glass can fill 2 normal sized mugs.
The tea stays hot/warm for almost 2 hours. However, this, I believe, will be subjective to the temperature of your room.
It has a small strainer inside the lid so the loose tea leaves won't get poured to your mug or cup.
It is easy to wash and dry.

What I don't like:
This is not the company's fault. I have missed to take into consideration the size of my hand, palm and grip when I ordered the Large tumbler. I should have taken the smaller size so it would be easier to open. I just had to fumble a few times when twisting the lid open because I have small hand and my grip is not enough for the large size. Next time, I will get the original size.


Price: US$ 29/ CAD 32/ GBP 23 - Large Libre Tea Glass

Specifications and materials:
Volume: 420mL (14 oz.)
Size: approximately 8.75” (21.875cm) tall, 3.0” (7.50cm) diameter
Materials: glass, BPA-free poly Tritan, stainless steel

My recommendation:

I highly recommend this product but take note of your hand, palm and grip size so you can order the appropriate glass size.

To know more about this product and to order online, please visit Libre's site.


Disclaimer:
I was not compensated in this review. All my feedback/opinions are 100% mine and may vary from yours. I only review products that I like and will use.

Health Benefits of Drinking Sambong Tea (Blumea Balsamifera)

I have heard of Sambong's medicinal properties many times when I was young. Little did I know what I will soon be drinking it's very aromatic and slightly sweetish brew.

Sambong or Blumea Balsamifera as scientifically known is a weed and generally grows in the Southeast Asian region. This plant from the genus Blumea is described to be softly hair with half woody shrub and very aromatic. The leaves are elongated and the small flowers are scattered along leafy branches of the plant.

This weed is widely popular in the Philippines where the leaves are brewed for medicinal reasons. It is one of the few herbal plants approved by the Department of Health in the Philippines as an alternative treatment to some disorders. And because of the many medicinal and benefits of this plant, it is widely drank by many Filipinos.

Here are some benefits of drinking Sambong tea:

• Acts as a diuretic agent
• Reduces edema
• Effective in dissolving kidney stones
• Effective in the management of mild cases of hypertension & rheumatism
• Helps treat colds & fever
• Has anti-diarrheic and anti-gastralgic properties
• Helps remove worms and boils
• Relief of stomach pains

Herbal Appetite Suppressant Tea

My sister is encouraging me to try sipping herbal appetite suppressant teas to aid my weight loss. I tried drinking herbal teas before but somehow got acidic. I am not sure how that happen but maybe the caffeine from the tea made my stomach acidic. Maybe the brand I tried was strong for me.

Anyway, I am not against the idea of taking herbal appetite suppressants. As a matter of fact, I bought some tea bags from Thailand last July which I drink at least thrice a week. It is working well with my stomach. I do not feel acidic at all. I bought five boxes of that tea and I love the taste. It is not so bitter and actually taste a bit sweet.

My appetite is quite regulated right now. I just drink plenty of water, move a lot and eat portion-controlled meals so I do not gain more that I should.

Health Nut - Smart Treats

According to studies, these 3 treats can make you smart when you indulge on them regularly. The line up is as follows:

Wine, Chocolate and Tea - These trio are high in flavonoid which has a memory boosting punch, fights free radicals and enhance communication between brain cells.

Health Nut - Mulberry Tea

I just bought 2 boxes of Mulberry Tea from Bangkok. My friend has recommended it to me. She swears by its potent health benefits. I was a little dubious because I never heard of Mulberry tea before. I checked the Internet and found out that it is indeed very beneficial in one's health. The following are some of the benefits of drinking Mulberry tea:

1. Has the ability to block sugars. So, it is a good drinking option for diabetic people.

2. Helps in reducing hypertension

3. Aids in eliminating bad cholesterol

4. Serves as an anti-oxidant

5. Relieves constipation, cough, colds

6. Helps cure anemia

7. Acts as diuretic by flushing fluids and toxins from the body

8. Contains high levels of potassium, calcium, magnesium and phosporus

I should have bought the entire shelf of Mulberry tea while I was in Bangkok! It is so hard to find this kind of tea here in Dubai and even in the Philippines.

So, if you can find one, do try it for your health's sake.

Health Nut - Drink This to Burn More Calories

I have been reading this time and time again. Drinking tea is beneficial in burning extra calories even when you are not doing anything. Why you might ask? Here are the reasons why drinking tea is great in hiking the metabolism.

1. It has catechins which aids in the metabolism.
2. White Tea helps shrink fat cells.
3. Tea helps in curbing appetite and hunger.

If that does not convert you to become a tea-lover, I don't know what will :) Skip the soda vending machine and brew yourself a nice cup of tea instead.

Girl Talk - Fave Drinks

Life's simple pleasures are something that I like the most. When it comes to drinks, the ubiquitous Iced Tea will do the trick. I am not much of a soda nor alcohol drinker. I just love the easy to prepare iced tea.

Want to find out what others are drinking? Go check out Girls Rule!