Drinking tea is most popular among the Chinese as it's reported to be good for the body and is believed to be connected with weight loss. With a new discovery from Chinese scientists, drinking might become even more popular.

Over a course of 5 years, researchers from the Nanjing Institute for Paediatrics in China have been studying obesity, with their focus on children. Through the study, they found out that the polyphenol compound found in tea can help people in their fight against obesity. According to the Institute's director, Guo Xirong, Oolong tea is most recommended.

Other institutions have yet to confirm the findings of this study, but if you're looking for ways to keep those pounds off and believe that tea helps you get thinner, you can do what the Chinese do and drink tea (though too much green tea might be bad for the health). Or you can opt for hormone-based treatments and of course, exercise.