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Jeera Water Recipe For Weight Loss

LAST UPDATED: Jul 7, 2023 . PUBLISHED: Apr 5, 2021 by Asiya . 49 Comments

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Jeera water or cumin water is an excellent drink recipe to take any time of the day, and it's a very healthy drink that can cure many problems apart from weight loss issues.

It can be effective not only for weight loss but is proven to help with digestion which is a common problem in adults, and this recipe can serve the purpose to an extent.

cumin water in a tall thin glass with lemon and cumin seeds spread around
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  • About Cumin
  • How to lose weight with Jeera
  • Cumin water benefits
  • Step-by-step procedure
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About Cumin

Jeera or cumin seeds appear as tiny, thin, small brown color seeds like, which is a highly used ingredient in Indian Kitchens.

Most Indian recipes are incomplete without using this ingredient. Cumin or cumin powder is used in almost all indian pickles, and pickles are incomplete without this main ingredient.

Also, check out many other homemade drinks to lose weight fast to start a healthy lifestyle.

How to lose weight with Jeera

Most of us have weight issues, and most of us are conscious about how we look, and we try to adopt many methods that work wonders in weight loss.

Before going ahead, check out some more related drinks, such as apple cider vinegar for weight loss recipe.

  •  Doing regular exercise is a good habit.
  • Maintain a proper and healthy diet.
  • Working out regularly.
  • Cutting down oily food and fat-causing substances.
  • Including a balanced diet and avoiding heavy and junk food.
  • All these methods work wonders but remember never to stop following these habits after a certain point.
  • The result of stopping these things can cause the body to double up in weight if these methods discontinue.
  • Along with these, some substances help reduce weight to an extent, such as cumin, ajwain, ginger, honey, lemon water, etc...
  • These substances are warm to our bodies and help burn calories if used on an empty stomach.

Who should follow these remedies?

They work depending on the body's condition as these are simple home remedies; one must remember they solve the problem to a small extent, such as by making the tummy flat or reducing 1 or 2 kgs in two to three months.

These cannot solve the problem of obese personalities as these are essential homemade remedies that can work on minute weight issues.

Care should be taken before following these tips for weight loss as these may cause adverse effects if the body is not suitable such as pregnant women, and also if suffering from health-related issues or any allergies.

Never follow these tips unless recommended by a doctor, and follow only with the doctor's suggestion. A healthy person with no issues can go for these methods.

How is cumin used in other ways?

  • Cumin or Jeera in India is used mainly in stir-frying veggies and many healthy drinks. It is used in the form of whole spice or tempering, or powdered form. It is mainly used in buttermilk to help improve digestion.
  • This ingredient is sometimes used as a whole or in powdered form in most Indian recipes, as it has an aromatic flavor and improves the body's digestion process.

I have posted an article on how to make jeera powder, or it can be called cumin powder which is used in all the dal recipes, rice recipes, and many more Indian Recipes.

It is one of the best aromatic spices in Indian curries and dishes. It is not only just an aromatic spice, but it gives an excellent taste to the dishes and has many medicinal values...

cumin for weight loss

Use cumin in various drinks and use it for better digestion. Here jeera water is a simple two-ingredient drink that is quite popular as a weight loss drink.

Cumin water benefits

1. Jeera water prevents acidity.

2. It helps in improving memory power.

3. It helps in the proper functioning of the digestive system.

4. It prevents aging and keeps our skin fresh and hydrated.

5. It helps in losing weight.

6. It helps in treating diarrhea.

7. It helps in keeping hair healthy and prevents dandruff.

8. Cumin water prevents cancer and improves sugar levels.

9. It is also an excellent source of iron and helps strengthen our immune system.

10. It also helps in improving metabolism.

Cumin can be consumed with cumin and honey, or one can drink it with lemon and cumin.

All these are good weight loss remedies, but too much consumption may affect your health.

It is better to consult the doctor before using any such drinks on a regular day-to-day basis.

Below are the recipe guidelines on how to make this simple and easy weight loss recipe that keeps you fresh, energetic, and light all day.

Step-by-step procedure

  • Add a glass of water and cumin seeds or jeera in a saucepan.
adding cumin seeds in a sauce pan with water
  • Put the flame on sim and allow the cumin seeds flavor to absorb into the water for about 5 minutes.
boiling the jeera seeds
  • Strain the drink. If the drink is too hot, allow it to attain a lukewarm state or warm enough to consume it.
straining the jeera water into the glass
  • Add 1 teaspoon honey. It is better to add more flavor and cut down the cumin flavor. Also, honey aids in losing weight only if it is natural and organic, which is 100% pure.
  • If honey is not pure, it is better to skip the ingredient as it would not benefit.
adding a teaspoon of honey to the water in glass
  • Add a few lemon drops. Skip if you do not have a lemon. But adding all these ingredients helps detoxify the tummy and cleanse well.
adding few lemon drops in the glass filled with drink
  • Serve or consume lukewarm and watch the video recipe below for a cumin drink to lose weight...

Tips

These tips or remedies show the results in 2 to 3 months if followed weekly thrice or alternate days on an empty stomach.

Also, follow a balanced diet and avoid cutting down on junk food, oily food, chocolates, sweet substances, carbohydrates such as rice, etc...

Include oats, roti, jowar, drinking lots of water, vegetables, and fruits along with these tips, which could give good results.

This Jeera water drink is quite simple to make and is a 5-minute recipe. Cumin or jeera is a widespread Indian spice used in many Indian recipes.

Check out some more weight loss drinks such as tulsi tea, ajwain water for weight loss, ginger water for weight loss, etc., and also other healthy drinks like beetroot juice, dates milkshake, amla juice, aloe vera juice, etc...

Faq's

Does cumin cause constipation?

It does not cause any constipation, and in fact, cumin seeds are good for digestion. I highly suggest using this spice in Indian cooking, mainly in every curry dish, as it is good for health.

Can we eat seeds directly?

Yes, the seeds are an excellent remedy to treat many body-related issues, promoting good digestion and nausea-related issues. It is also an excellent remedy for bloating issues too.
Just take some seeds and have them directly, which is beneficial for the human body in a good way.

What is the best time to drink cumin water?

Just consume it empty stomach and make it in several other ways apart from the method mentioned here.
Just soak some seeds in a glass of water overnight and consume the drink on an empty stomach. Following this can help not only with good bowel movements but also with digestive issues.

Side effects of cumin?

Do not use it in excess as this can lead to heartburn, and also do not follow these drinks with health issues or during pregnancies.

Can we use cold water to make it?

Yes, but the result can be good only if the cumin seeds infuse well in the water, and this is possible by soaking the seeds overnight in water. For best results, use warm water.

Recipe

cumin water served in a tall thin glass with lemon slices and cumin seeds spread around

Jeera Water Recipe For Weight Loss | Cumin Water

Asiya
A popular Indian drink for losing fat in our body made using cumin water and honey.
3.69 from 202 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2
Calories 11 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds/jeera
  • 2 glasses of water
  • 1 teaspoon honey
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Instructions
 

  • In a sauce pan, add water and cumin seeds.
  • Bring the water to a boil.
  • Put the flame on sim and allow the cumin seeds flavor to be absorbed into the water for about 5 minutes.
  • Switch off the flame.
  • Strain the boiled jeera water.
  • Discard the jeera seeds.
  • Add the strained water into a glass.
  • Add honey and stir well.
  • Add few drops of lemon and stir well.
  • Consume it on an empty stomach or after meals.
  • Watch the video procedure below.

Video

Notes

  • Few lemon drops too can be added to the jeera water and consumed.
  • Powdered cumin can be used in chaas/buttermilk or any drink to improve digestion.
  • Skip adding honey if plain jeera water is preferred.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Jeera Water Recipe For Weight Loss | Cumin Water
Amount Per Serving
Calories 11
% Daily Value*
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 2mg0%
Carbohydrates 3g1%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 1mg0%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Sridevi prakash says

    May 18, 2016 at 2:17 pm

    Very useful and an excellent way of briefing recepies.

    Reply
    • asiya says

      May 18, 2016 at 7:44 pm

      Thanks for your appreciation Sridevi...

      Reply
  2. shekhar tipale says

    July 06, 2016 at 9:34 pm

    Tried your prawns stir fry recipe with curry leaves, dried corainder, salt, red chilli. Just din't add ginger garlic paste(by mistake) but it tasted awesome. My wife literally licked her fingers. Thanks for the awesome recipe!

    Reply
    • asiya says

      July 08, 2016 at 2:30 pm

      Thank u so much for trying out the recipe...n glad you liked it...

      Reply
  3. Vsam says

    November 03, 2016 at 7:23 pm

    If I use this for weight loss how's long do I drink it or is it ok to drink everyday

    Reply
    • asiya says

      November 04, 2016 at 10:59 am

      You can have this drink on empty stomach weekly twice or thrice...but also keep in mind of the diet you follow... Reduce junk food and oily food to make this remedy work for you...

      Reply
  4. Dr. Wanda O Wallace says

    December 02, 2016 at 9:48 pm

    Today l am trying the weigth-loss cumin-water for the first time. Will keep you posted on the outcomes. God blessing.

    Reply
  5. anjilina says

    December 30, 2016 at 12:19 pm

    it is necessary to eat discard jira after drink jira pani???

    Reply
    • asiya says

      December 31, 2016 at 10:23 am

      Don't eat it as we have extracted all the nutrients present in jeera into the water...the water is completely infused with all the jeera flavor...

      Reply
  6. Arbaz khan says

    February 26, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    I can prepare that recipe and store that water in 2ltr bottle and can use it whole week.... it can be useful for weightloss

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      February 27, 2017 at 11:06 am

      Yes you can store it in refrigerator but not more than few days...better to use it for a day and not more than that...

      Reply
  7. Rupesh says

    March 28, 2017 at 6:40 pm

    Can I drink it daily in the morning empty stomach?

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      March 29, 2017 at 12:51 pm

      Yes u can drink it everyday on an empty stomach...

      Reply
      • Rhee Maja says

        August 12, 2021 at 11:29 am

        Can I do it in 1ltr and enjoy it the whole day?

        Reply
        • Asiya says

          August 13, 2021 at 12:04 am

          do not overconsume it and try to drink it moderately...

          Reply
  8. altaf hussain says

    March 29, 2017 at 6:49 pm

    Adding honey or plain jeera water, which is more effective for good digestion & weight loss ?

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      March 30, 2017 at 9:30 am

      Jeera is more effective for digestion and honey helps in losing weight...

      Reply
  9. Vijay Kumar V says

    October 12, 2017 at 4:35 pm

    in office coffee time can i drink daily twice jeera water with a little salt added to it.

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      October 14, 2017 at 11:59 am

      Yes you can but make sure you have some physical activity like walking stairs and other things that would help you along with this and I do not suggest you to add salt into it...

      Reply
  10. prince says

    October 25, 2017 at 5:27 pm

    Hello Asiya..can i drink only jeera paani for weight loss as few you-tubers suggested kala jeera pani drink in early morning...unlike your article

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      October 26, 2017 at 11:28 am

      Anything that is added into hot water works well...There are many ingredients that can be added in luke warm water early morning...If you are using luke warm water you can either add honey or cinnamon powder or lemon extract or jeera...All these work wonders if you drink this flavored water on empty stomach for weight loss...

      Reply
  11. vignesh kumar says

    November 28, 2018 at 12:24 pm

    suffering from gastric problem(peptic ulcer),, shall i drink luke warm water with honey in empty stomach(morning)?

    or boil with jeera water and drink please advise

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      December 04, 2018 at 10:55 pm

      Hi I would strongly suggest to consult a doctor before using any of these remedies and do not go ahead without doctor's advise.

      Reply
  12. DD Wood says

    August 01, 2019 at 1:06 am

    Hi.... I have a question... can I make a full pitcher of Jeera water to last through my work week or do I need to make it each day? 🙂

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      August 03, 2019 at 11:05 pm

      Consuming fresh drink is more beneficial and healthy than storing...

      Reply
      • Mathangi says

        July 26, 2021 at 6:13 pm

        Can we make this water and keep it in a flask overnight and drink it the next morning. Will the effectiveness remain

        Reply
        • Asiya says

          July 28, 2021 at 4:02 am

          make it fresh or store it in the refrigerator... You can soak seeds overnight in a glass of water and drink the next day...

          Reply
  13. Farhana says

    August 01, 2019 at 2:40 pm

    Can I use sabza seeds with this jeera water

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      August 03, 2019 at 11:05 pm

      yes u can

      Reply
    • leden says

      September 07, 2019 at 8:19 pm

      is it ok to use cumin powderinstead ofseeds

      Reply
      • Asiya says

        September 07, 2019 at 9:34 pm

        yes as they act as a good digesting substance and also keeps weight in control.

        Reply
  14. Supriya says

    September 26, 2019 at 10:12 am

    Which is more effective 4 weight loss...jeera lemon water ...or jeera lemon honey mix wAter...in how many days we can reduce weight and how much we can reduce weight from it...pls rply

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      September 26, 2019 at 10:25 am

      both the drinks are equally good and if you add honey to it, the more beneficial the result could be and only drinks will never give the outcome, we need to do physical exercise as well...

      Reply
  15. Tasha says

    October 13, 2020 at 6:41 am

    How do u make with cumin powder

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      October 13, 2020 at 8:02 am

      Just add cumin powder into the warm water and if required add a tsp of honey and consume it...
      and there is a recipe on how to make the cumin powder on the blog...

      Reply
  16. TRB says

    October 21, 2020 at 8:03 am

    Hi, can I use black cumin seeds for this weight loss drink? If so do I prepare it the same way?

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      October 21, 2020 at 8:15 am

      black cumin is not recommended as that is a strong whole spice...Just cumin is suggested to
      use for weight loss and good digestion...

      Reply
  17. Shweta Moddi says

    November 05, 2020 at 4:05 am

    Awesome

    Reply
  18. Aly Powers says

    November 26, 2020 at 2:01 pm

    Hi, Is cumin powder allowed to replace cumin seeds?

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      November 26, 2020 at 11:13 pm

      yes you can replace it but seeds would be much better...

      Reply
  19. Zenda says

    March 07, 2021 at 11:37 pm

    I am drinking fresh ginger everyday with lemon. 2 x 625 ml a day butbi am not boiling the ginger. Will it also work¿

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      March 08, 2021 at 11:26 pm

      Yess even that is effective as it cleanses the system well and deposits less fat.

      Reply
  20. CKB says

    May 07, 2021 at 3:39 am

    Can I add ginger to the jeers lemon water before drinking ?

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      May 07, 2021 at 7:08 am

      yes you can...

      Reply
  21. Nisar Ahmed says

    June 01, 2021 at 4:27 pm

    Hi, have a nice and bless day.
    I start using cumin water with lemon and honey early in morning and at 6 p.m evening and also running 4 km daily, How much time I will use for reducing 12 kg weight? I am preparing for army test and need loose weight 12 kg in 20 days, Is it possible or it will take long time to reducing weight? I am also too much caring in food stuff which I am eating now days, not use sugar, and oil etc. I am using this from last 15 days.

    So sorry for disturbing.
    Bye bye

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      June 01, 2021 at 8:54 pm

      You should consult a weight loss doctor for losing so much weight in such a short span of time.

      Reply
  22. Century Foods says

    October 24, 2021 at 10:28 am

    Thank you so much for such a lovely article with informative content. Hope to see more of a similar article.

    Reply
  23. Natalie says

    November 12, 2021 at 5:35 pm

    I don't have cumin seeds. Can I use cumin powder?

    Reply
    • Asiya says

      November 16, 2021 at 2:00 am

      yes you can use cumin powder.

      Reply

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