
Steeping Ritual
| Hero ingredient(s) | What the research shows | Key reference |
|---|---|---|
| Garcinia cambogia (HCA) | Meta-analysis of 9 RCTs found a small but significant drop in body weight (≈ –0.9 kg) and BMI versus placebo. | Onakpoya et al., Journal of Obesity, 2011 |
| Assam Green Tea (catechins + caffeine) | Systematic review of 34 RCTs reported reductions in body mass, BMI, body‐fat %, and waist circumference with green-tea extract. | Hursel et al., The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2009 |
| Gymnema sylvestre | 14-day double-blind trial showed gymnema acids cut sugar cravings and chocolate intake, supporting calorie control. | Turner et al. (2022). The effect of a 14-day Gymnema sylvestre intervention to reduce sugar cravings in adults. Nutrients, 14(24), 5287. |
| Cinnamon | Pooled data from 13 trials demonstrated mean weight loss of ~1 kg and lower BMI after cinnamon supplementation. | Akilen et al. (2019). Effects of cinnamon on weight loss and metabolic outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clinical Nutrition, 38(6), 2499–2508. |
| Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) | 2022 review highlights dandelion’s lipid-lowering, liver-protective and anti-obesity mechanisms that aid metabolic health. | Gharibzahedi et al. (2022). Metabolic and health-promoting properties of dandelion (Taraxacum officinale): A review. Food Research International, 157, 111385. |
| Fenugreek | RCT in overweight adults found fenugreek extract reduced spontaneous fat intake and appetite, helping energy balance. | Chevassus et al. (2010). Effects of fenugreek seeds on blood glucose and satiety in overweight subjects: A randomized placebo-controlled study. Phytotherapy Research, 24(5), 733–738. |
Why it matters for Innofus
Did You Know?
Why Our Pyramid Tea Bags Win
- Full-Leaf Flavour: Pyramid bags let whole leaves fully unfurl.
- Fast, Clear Infusion: Quick steeping, maximum flavour and no grit.
- Premium Whole Leaves: Freshly rolled, never dusty.
- Plant-Based Mesh: Corn-based, microplastic-free unlike nylon tea bags.
- Lower Carbon Impact: Renewable materials, lighter packaging.
- Sip, Toss, Guilt-Free: Compostable and planet-friendly.