Maintaining a healthy liver is crucial as it filters out waste, toxins, and harmful substances from your body. A liver bogged down by unhealthy eating habits and toxins may not function optimally.

Liver detoxification is essential for purifying the blood and boosting metabolism, aiding in weight loss. Here are five drinks to consume in the evening for liver detox and fat burning, based on traditional practices and the belief in Chinese medicine that the liver functions most effectively between 1 and 3 a.m. These drinks are believed to support liver health, aid in fat burning, eliminate toxins, and purify the body.

Hot Lemon Water

Ingredients: 1 lemon, 170ml water

Preparation: Heat the water and add lemon juice. Drink it 30 minutes before bedtime for 3 weeks.

Chamomile Infusion

Known for its antioxidant and sedative properties, chamomile tea helps reduce stress and improve sleep.

Ingredients: 240ml water, 1 tablespoon chamomile flowers.

Preparation: Boil water, add chamomile flowers, let steep for 10 minutes. Drink daily for two weeks.

Ginger Lemon Tea

Rich in vitamin C, ginger and lemon support weight loss and have antioxidant properties.

Ingredients: Half a lemon, a slice of ginger, 240ml water

Preparation: Boil water, add lemon juice and ginger, let steep for 15 minutes. Drink three times a week before bed.

Oatmeal Drink

Oats cleanse the intestines and liver and are packed with minerals, vitamins, and fiber.

Ingredients: 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder, 6 cups water, 1 cup organic whole oats

Preparation: Soak oats in water for 7 hours, rinse, add water and cinnamon. Drink with ice.

Peppermint Tea

Peppermint improves digestion and helps remove waste from the liver and colon.

Ingredients: 240ml water, 2 tablespoons (20 grams) mint leaves

Preparation: Boil mint leaves in water for 2 minutes, let steep. Drink every evening for three weeks, 30 minutes before bedtime.