For one, there's a lack of evidence in that these herbal cleanses provide any significant detoxification benefits. And two, a lot of times they contain strong laxatives that keep you constantly running to the bathroom. Yes, you may lose weight, but it's temporary water weight that you're losing, not fat.

What does Bootea do to your body?

Long term use is associated with dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, rebound constipation, colon damage, heart arrhythmia, muscle weakness and liver damage. Excess consumption can cause death. Bootea's teatoxes are marketed and sold as 28 day teatoxes - this is 3 weeks longer than is safe to take laxatives."

What tea makes you skinny?

Green tea is one of the most well-known types of tea, and is linked with many health benefits. It's also one of the most effective teas for weight loss. There is substantial evidence linking green tea to decreases in both weight and body fat.