Description
Ballerina" tea is a green tea marketed as "3 Ballerina Tea."
Although it is promoted as a weight loss product, weight loss is a
side effect of its real function as a diuretic and laxative. Its
natural ingredients detoxify the body, and because of the tea's
resulting fast colon-cleansing action, more calories are often
burned than consumed. The weight lost by drinking this tea is
mostly water weight. The Facts •The active ingredients in 3
Ballerina Tea are Cassia Angustifolia (Senna) and Malva
Verticellata (Chinese Mallow). Senna is a stimulant that works as a
cathartic laxative, and is an excellent herb for those who suffer
from constipation, bloating and gas. It is the main ingredient in
the well-known laxative Ex-Lax. Chinese Mallow is a diuretic and
anti-inflammatory used to treat urinary tract infections, excessive
mucous and gastritis. In larger amounts, Chinese Mallow also works
as a laxative. Neither of these ingredients are appetite
suppressants, and there is no evidence that it is affective in fat
loss. 3 Ballerina Tea, as in most teas, also contains catechin
polyphenols, antioxidants that destroy free radicals and also slow
the aging process. History •The origins of this herbal tea come
from a recipe written in a Chinese medicine book by *6th century
Chinese herbalist Lee Sze-Zhen. The active ingredient Senna is used
for constipation. Chinese Mallow has been grown in China for more
than 2,**0 years. Its leaves are used in teas to calm the digestive
system, soothe sore throats and bronchial membranes. Lee combined
Senna with Chinese Mallow to produce a tea that cleansed the
intestines and urinary tract. Dosage •Because digestive systems
are different, take 3 Ballerina Tea in small amounts at first and
gradually increase the strength and amounts as you maintain
tolerance. A good beginning strength formula is 2 cups of boiling
water poured over one teabag, steeped for two to three minutes. If
that is too strong, add more water. Have no more than two cups a
day. After one week, reduce the amount of water by 1 cup poured
over one tea bag. Drink three times a day after meals. Do not drink
more than three cups daily. Benefits •3 Ballerina Tea relieves
constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and other gastric
discomforts such as bloating, gas, belching and distended stomach.
The manufacturer claims it to be healthier than prescription
suppositories because it has no chemical additives or caffeine and
can help save you the embarrassment of a trip to the hospital for
manual expulsion. Because 3 Ballerina Tea is a purgative, weight
loss is a byproduct of its laxative and diuretic effects. Warnings
•Consult your health care provider before drinking 3 Ballerina
Tea if you have intestinal problems or suffer from Crohn's disease
or ulcerative colitis. Children, the elderly and pregnant or
nursing women should not drink 3 Ballerina Tea. Because of its
diuretic and laxative affects, 3 Ballerina Tea may lower potassium
levels in the body. Allergic reactions may include breathing
difficulties, facial swelling or hives. Prolonged use can cause
dependency, chronic diarrhea or severe constipation withdrawal
after discontinuing use, clubbing of the fingers or toes and
abdominal cramping.
