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How to Prepare Lemon Balm for Weight Loss (Easy Recipe!)

Make your own Lemon balm recipe for weight loss at home is surprisingly easy and incredibly tasty too. This Lemon balm tea recipe is a perfect metabolic booster.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage, Herbal Tea
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 palmful Fresh lemon balm leaves, washed Use fresh for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups Boiling water
  • Lemon juice Optional
  • Honey or stevia Optional, add lightly to keep it low-cal.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pick your lemon balm leaves and rinse them well. Shake off any extra water.
  2. Smash them gently with your hands, just to wake up the flavor.
  3. Throw the leaves into your favorite mug or a teapot.
  4. Pour the boiling water over. Let it sit (steep) for 7–10 minutes.
  5. Strain out the leaves. Add a squeeze of lemon or a tiny bit of honey if desired.
  6. Drink up. Warm is best, but you can chill it too if you like cold drinks.

Notes

Variations include adding ginger for enhanced flavor and benefits, or trying other herbs like mint or cinnamon for extra twists. Consider making an iced version in hot weather.