Review Summary
Super Dieter’s Tea Bags is a purported weight loss drink. These tea bags are manufactured by the company Laci Le Beau®, which was named after the founder. This company also offers various “specialty” teas for sale. They describe this product in particular as “America's number one selling diet tea” and claim that the end product was a result of “painstaking research by master herbalists.”
This tea is also insinuated to have other benefits, such as enhancing skin and increasing energy. We will take a closer look at the specific herbs contained in this tea to determine if it is likely to augment a weight loss program as advertised.
Ingredients at a Glance
Super Dieter’s Tea Bags come in the following flavors: Irish Cream, Lemon Mint, Apricot, Tropical Fruit, Peppermint, Cranberry Twist, Cinnamon Spice and All Natural Botanicals.
These teas are said to contain only natural ingredients are also said to be naturally caffeine free. It appears that the active ingredients within these supplements include Senna Cassia Angustifolia Leaf and Stevia Extract.
Ingredients in Focus
Senna Cassia Angustifolia Leaf is said to be a natural way to address the issue of constipation. It is native to the tropical areas of Africa and may act as a laxative. There are many products which contain natural laxatives as a way to promote weight loss. This is true despite the fact that many nutritionists do not recommend laxatives for long-term use, since they may deprive the body of essential vitamins and minerals overtime. Furthermore, any weight that is lost with laxatives tends to just be water weight and not fat, and oftentimes can be quickly regained.
Another ingredient, Stevia, is known for its sweet taste and is known in South America as yerba dulce, meaning sweet herb. This herb is thought help regulate blood sugar levels, and some say it may benefit diabetics.
Overall, we are not certain that these two ingredients will lead to the results that this company claims. Basically, this tea is nothing more than a glorified mild laxative. Consumers may realize more results with a product which offers herbs that suppress the appetite and boost the metabolism.
Diet Lifestyle
The manufacturer states it is important dieters do not use more than one tea bag within a 24 hour period. They also say this product should not be taken for more than 10 days in a row. This does lead us to believe the tea may be rather harsh on the body, which may be why the company encourages limited usage.
While teas can certainly be enjoyable, we are not sure if this is the right delivery method for weight loss supplements. Capsule-based products may be the most effective in delivering the ingredients into the body for maximum absorption. While they may not have the same enjoyment and flavors that tea bags may bring, they are fast and convenient to use.
Positives
• Teas come in several flavors
• Company posts website
• Said to be caffeine free
Negatives
• No testimonials displayed online at time of review
• Contains a laxative
• Does not offer an appetite suppressant
• Suggested not to be used for ten days in a row
• It seems this product has not been well received by many consumers, as a number of them are voicing their concerns on consumer blogs and forums. Interested consumers can click here to read more about these issues in this Laci Le Beau blog.
Final Thoughts
This supplement may be best suited for consumers who enjoy drinking a cup of tea in the morning or some time throughout the day. There is some preparation involved in drinking tea, and dieters looking for a product that is convenient to take while “on the go” may prefer capsule-based supplements. Based on the herbs contained in Super Dieter’s Tea, we are not entirely confident that this supplement will lead to lasting weight loss, and due to the contained laxative, we suggest caution for the above mentioned reasons.
There is a variety of capsule-based supplements available, many of which feature all natural ingredients that have been proven clinically effective for weight loss.
