Taking postpartum tea is a great way to lose weight because it increases the production of breast milk and thus the caloric expenditure of the mother's body that consumes the fat accumulated during the 9 months of pregnancy as a source of energy. In addition, taking lots of tea in the postpartum also favors circulation and helps to deflate, especially after caesarean section.
But not all teas can be used in breastfeeding because they can alter the taste of milk or cause discomfort or cramping in the baby. Find out which ones should not be used by clicking here.
Best teas for mother who breastfeeds
Thus, the most indicated teas to lose weight after childbirth, but that do not hurt the breastfeeding and neither the baby are:
- Thistle:
One of the best teas for weight loss after childbirth because it has a substance called silymarin that enhances the production of breast milk. Milk thistle can also be used as a supplement in the form of powder to increase the production of breast milk and can be found in pharmacies.
To make marian thistle tea just place one teaspoon of milk thistle seeds for each cup of boiling water, let it sit for 15 minutes, strain and drink 30 minutes before main meals, lunch and dinner.
- Lemongrass:
Great because it improves digestion and fights the gas, which can be one of the causes of swollen belly at this stage. You can take 2 or 3 times a day, between main meal times or 30 minutes before lunch and dinner, preferably without sweetening.
To prepare, simply put a sachet of lemon balm in a cup of hot water and let stand for 3 minutes, properly covered. Take warm.
- Chamomile:
It will keep you calm and baby too, ensuring a better recovery in the postpartum. It can be useful to calm the stomach and make you more serene, and as it is secreted by milk, also makes the baby calmer. It may be helpful to take 1 hour before breastfeeding, close to baby's bedtime.
This tea helps to slim down because sleeping well, it is easier to rest and make the best food choices, preferring foods less caloric.
Best teas for mother who does not breastfeed
To increase the speed of slimming after delivery when the mother does not breastfeed can be used:
- Caffeinated teas, such as black tea, green tea or mate tea, help to speed up metabolism and burn fats.
- Diuretic teas, such as rosemary, arenaria, mackerel or fennel tea, help to deflate.
These teas can not be taken when a woman breastfeeds because caffeine passes into breast milk and can cause insomnia in the baby and diuretic teas can cause dehydration and decrease milk production.
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Postpartum weight loss diet
The postpartum weight loss diet has to be balanced, rich in natural foods such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fish. In this diet it is also important to avoid greasy and high sugar foods, such as fried foods, sausages, cakes and soft drinks, for example.
However, changes in the mother's body occur throughout 9 months of pregnancy and at least this time should be expected to return to weight before becoming pregnant. However, if after 6 months the woman still does not feel well with her weight she should consult a nutritionist to make an adequate diet without harming the milk production.
If you want to know more about how many pounds and how much time to lose after having the baby read: Slim in the postpartum.
The diet should be well balanced, containing good amounts of iron, protein, zinc and vitamin A to prevent and combat the hair loss that happens after the baby is born. Check out other simple yet effective strategies to keep hair beautiful and silky in: 5 strategies to combat postpartum hair loss.
