For a powerful metabolism-boosting drink, try Dr. Oz’s Tangerine Weight-Orade. It contains: green tea, shown to boost metabolism 12% by drinking just one cup; tangerine, with a chemical composition that increases sensitivity to insulin and stimulates genes that help to burn fat; and mint, a calorie-free flavor enhancer.
Tangerine Weight-Orade
In a large pitcher, combine:
- 8 cups of brewed green tea
- 1 tangerine, sliced
- A handful of mint leaves
So, I've been making the tea and really like it. I add a little agave nectar to sweeten it... not much though. I haven't been drinking a pitcher a day but I'm drinking it instead of Diet Coke. I'm sure it's healthier. I hardly ever get a chance to see Dr. Oz but I did see this. I thought I'd share the info, just incase!
I certainly must try this! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI must try this ASAP!
ReplyDeleteLooks yummy! I will have to try it!
ReplyDeleteI'm a huge tea drinker.. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteI have been told to stop drinking Diet Coke because it is eating the enamel off my teeth. This would be an awesome substitute... With benefits!
ReplyDeleteMaking this today!!! Thanks!!
ReplyDeletesounds yummy will try it!
ReplyDeleteI drink Arizona diet green tea. Could I use that or do I have to brew the green tea?
ReplyDeleteYou really should brew your own green tea for best quality and pure ingredient. Premade teas often have added sugars or other ingredients.
DeleteCan you substitute another citrus for the tangerine I can't find tangerines in the grocery store in Georgia
ReplyDeleteI live in Michigan and fresh tangerines are rarely available, but canned tangerine segments are readily available not only in groceries but also at the dollar stores and very reasonably priced.
DeleteI live in Georgia and tangerines just came out yesterday at Kroger. I made mine last night.
DeleteTHANK YOU for putting this here! I can never find anything easily on Dr Oz website, and he never has "lists"... you hafta watch the whole episode! Thanks again, trying this today!
ReplyDeleteI'm having a hard time finding tangerines because they aren't in season...does anybody know of a solution?
ReplyDeleteCanned
DeleteI saw a Dr. Oz episode where they made a similar drink with grapefruit and cucumber slices with mint leaves, also left to soak overnight.
ReplyDeletesounds good but doesn't that seem like a lot of caffeine for one day?
ReplyDeleteI guess I'll try it and find out
Different types of green teas have varying caffeine contents. http://www.naturalnews.com/034227_green_tea_caffeine.html
DeleteHas anyone lost any weight that had tried this?
Deletegreen tea is generally caffeine free.
Deletegreen tea is not caffeine free.
DeleteBut you can buy decaffinated
DeleteIs this ok for diabetics? I use Lantus insulin at night, so I check on things like this. I love to watch Dr. Oz.....his show is so informative.
ReplyDeleteI would like an answer to this as well. Both my husband and I are diabetic.
DeleteThere is natural sugar from the tangerine-but for a diabetic it would be very minimal and it's natural-
DeleteHow many tea bags for the 8 cups anybody knows..Thanks.
ReplyDeleteMost teas use 1 bag per cup.
DeleteI made a gallon at a time and used 4 bags. Thats what the box said. So 1 bag per quart. But it may depend on the brand.
DeleteStay away from agave, it is not as good for you as you would think. Try stevia, not Truvia, regular stevia with no additives.
ReplyDeleteStevia is chemically based from what I have heard. Agave is organic, isnt it?
ReplyDeleteYes agave is organic so completly natural and Dr. Oz suggested this on a show I watched as a natural sweetener. I do not use artificial sweetners and I love agave.
DeleteI just made this with orange slices as we have no tangerines here yet. I did add a little Splenda for some sweetness. Will see how it tastes in the morninig.
ReplyDeleteAgave may be organic, but it is heavily processed. Honey, date sugar, real maple syrup or stevia are better alternative.
ReplyDeleteI love this and do agree on the Honey, date sugar or real maple syrup. Just put it in when you steep your tea so it is well blended.
ReplyDeleteI am going to try this. Will decaffinated green tea work? Caffeine really keeps me up at night.
ReplyDeleteIs this working for anyone, more energy or weight loss?
ReplyDeleteI brewed my own green tea decaf, sweetened with a little honey, and the tea was great....great taste and a great alternative to drinking plain water..
ReplyDeleteAgave has a ton of calories so not good for weight loss. Stevia is a natural herb sweetener...
ReplyDeletehttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stevia
It must be pure Stevia not an ingredient in an artificial sweetener like Truvia.
Has anyone lost any weight from drinking this daily? If so, how long did it take to see results?
ReplyDeleteWeight loss anyone?
ReplyDeleteGoing to try this with rooibos or red tea!
ReplyDeletejust an FYI...rooibos is not a true tea. The point of this drink is the benefits of the green tea.
DeleteO course rooibos is a true tea! What are you talking about ??
DeleteAnyone lost weight or notice any positive changes lately after trying this. Not seeing any progress posting.
ReplyDeleteI am going to try this for two weeks and post back with results of weight loss or more energy results....
ReplyDeleteEnjoyed this recipe, sharing with my facebook and website fans. Shared here: http://chatmoms.ning.com/photo/boost-your-metabolism-with-tangerine-weight-orade-from-dr-oz?context=user
ReplyDeleteAny results from this tea ?
ReplyDeleteI made this up last night. I used 1\3 cup of honey to sweeten. This is wonderful and refreshing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Dr. Oz