Weight Loss Tea (Yerba Mate)

This tea has a really good flavor. It is naturally sweet, but I'm still used to having a bit more sweetness to my tea, so I did put a dollop of Wildflower Honey in it, and I really enjoyed it. I couldn't wait to try it after reading all of the reviews posted here, and before I knew it, I drank three cups of it back to back, using the same initial teaspoon of tea in my tea ball strainer. It contained a whole star anise which is what I think helped it stretch to three cups. Since the first experience, I have had one cup in the afternoon or evening before my meal. Overall, it's one of the best teas I've had. I can't wait to try out the recipes from Chef Jeff's cookbook as well that came with the purchase.

herbal tea is ok, It is a very sweet tea too sweet for me at 1 teaspoon. Not sure what herb the chef used for the sweet butcould or should be cut back on, If it were not for the sweet the tea would be perfect. I purchased this tea for the purpose of gettingaway from sweets. I have used the same 1/2 teaspoon 4 times and the sweet does become much less.I am going to continue to use until gone and decide if I want to order more

I've been trying to lose weight (unsuccessfully) for more than 10 years. In fact, instead of losing weight, I put on 50 lbs. over those 10 years! It didn't matter what I did as far as dieting and exercising, the pounds kept piling on. I first used Chef Jeff’s Detox Tea, followed by this diet tea.First off, while I liked the flavor of the Detox Tea better, this Diet Tea did taste good, too. Second, I don't know if it was the sweet flavor of the tea or the properties of the tea, but I stopped craving sweets and fried foods. Or maybe it was the healthy diet that Chef Jeff provides with this tea. In any case, I don't EVER feel hungry! I am eating real food, whenever I’m hungry -- and I am losing weight (about a pound every 2-4 days! It's been 4.5 weeks since I’ve started, and I've lost 10.5 pounds -- and I'm still losing weight. I've still got about 80 lbs. to go, but for the first time in more than 10 years, I honestly believe I've got a chance. Oh, and how this has made me feel? Absolutely wonderful! Better than I've felt in years. In case you haven't noticed (if you've read this far), I'm VERY excited about this tea :-DWhen I first tried this tea, the only one available was the Peppermint + Star Anise flavor. Now they've got two more flavors, and I’m excited to try both of them. After I try the other two flavors, I'll update with my favorite.====================EDIT 7/29/2015: It has now been 7.5 weeks since I started JP Gourmet's Slimming Tea. I've tried the Yerba Mate / Lemongrass flavor, and I don't like it as much as the Peppermint + Star Anise (good think Chef Jeff makes different flavors for our individual tastes).My weight loss has slowed way down (a total of 12.3 pounds since I started, but I *am* still losing weight. To me, that is amazing. However, the most shocking thing of all? My cholesterol. In January, my doctor chewed me out because my cholesterol was 235, and he put me on a statin prescription (which I had to stop because of the negative side effects). Six weeks into my diet, I had my cholesterol checked again (please keep in mind I'm no longer taking the prescription). It's now down to 126! Even in my younger, healthier days, it was never below 150. Weight might lie about one's health, but the numbers in blood tests don't. To say the least, I am thrilled! (and so is my doctor)

There are two areas I consider myself a connoisseur - the first chocolate, the second tea - hence this review. I looked long and hard for a flavorful, safe tea I could use as an adjunct to a diet I was set to begin that eliminated all sugar except fruit. Boohoo :( -- out went my chocolate. Since I have a fierce sweet tooth, I knew I needed something that would satisfy those cravings.After researching many weight loss teas on Amazon, I decided to give this one a go. Several reviewers commented how naturally sweet it is. I could not be more pleased! This tea has a pronounced sweetness that I have not experienced before with herbal teas. It satisfies my sweet tooth, even when I am stressed.After a little bit of experimentation, I wanted to share what has worked best for me. I use a French press for multiple servings, but you can make it in a mug for a single serving following these same instructions.1. I mix a little more than one teaspoon per 6oz. of hot water that is "just off the boil" (herbal teas require water at close to the boiling point to bring out their full flavor).2. Next, I let the tea steep for about 5 to 7 minutes and then pour into my large mug. Tip: don't steep too long or it can get bitter.3. Lastly, and this is the important part for the person with sweet cravings, I let my tea cool about 15 to 20 minutes before I drink it. Sometimes I let it cool to room temperature and sip over the course of hours. The sweetness of this tea becomes more pronounced as it cools.Personally, I think this tea gets better as you drink it. The first sip is really good and the last sip is beyond delicious. The exotic smells and flavors from the herbs as they reach their peak during the brewing process is almost intoxicating.The way I have learned to use this tea in my weight loss plan is by using it at night. My sweet cravings and mindless eating tend to happen in the evening, so I drink it when I need extra support. I make about three cups in my French press after dinner, and I sip on it for about 3-4 hours until I am ready for bed.Proof is in the outcome of my weight loss. I have been staying strong and so far I am down 7 lbs in 13 days. Yes, I am eating healthier foods and cutting out added sugar, but this tea makes my diet tolerable. Diets are never fun, so I use this tea for support where I know I have a stress point.For me, this tea has done exactly what I wanted it to do. It satisfies my body when my mind is screaming "SUGAR!", and I also get the added benefit of an appetite suppressant the last few hours before bed, which is the time of day most health experts say you supposed to be mindful of carbs and calories when trying to lose weight.Awesome stuff in my world!

Well my delivery was prompt as usual, and I was very excited to get the product. I loves the bag and the blend. But I can not necessarily say I loved the taste. I had one cup and that was all I could take. I felt a head rush and it didn't sit well with my stomache. This is not a bad review, I'm just curious as to if maybe I could use honey or something with it, to make the taste alittle better( without using sugar). I will definitely try another cup out of my bag, but I'll have to build myself up to it . I think I enjoyed the smell so much of the blend that I had this expectation. And that is why I was kind of let down. But as I said, I will indeed try another cup. Maybe this go around it'll be better .