The reason why this is relevant is because waist circumference “is strongly correlated” with visceral fat tissue, BMC Medicine states.
However, the study also reported that there was no evidence that these beneficial effects were sustained beyond three months.
Dr Bond explained why the tea is able to shed the belly fat: “In terms of foods and drinks, diets high in flavonoids (catechins, flavones, flavanols) which are found in black tea, fruits and vegetables are associated with reduced body fat.”
So, sticking to the plant goodies could help you shed the harmful fat.