Is it true that … drinking green tea burns fat?
theguardian.comPublished: 4/28/2025
Summary
"Understanding how to burn fat isn't as simple as just reaching for a snack labeled 'fat-burning.' Regular exercise increases fat oxidation rates, particularly at low to moderate intensities where fat becomes the primary fuel source. However, there's no specific food known to directly trigger fat oxidation; it requires replication of exercise effects. Caffeine in high doses from green tea can boost fat oxidation by activating the fight-or-flight response, leading to hormone mobilization, but this effect is minimal and context-dependent. Relying solely on such methods isn't reliable for significant weight loss or body recomposition."