Hazardous Substances
Detox / Slimming Teas
Street names: Flat tummy tea, Skinny tea, Detox tea, Teatox
Overdose? Act now. Call emergency services — say "unresponsive, not breathing". Give naloxone for opioid-like signs. Hotlines
⚡What it does
- Senna-induced diarrhea = temporary water loss
- Caffeine appetite suppression
⚠Key risks
- Senna in disguise — the 'flat tummy' is diarrhea, not fat loss
- Electrolyte imbalance, cardiac arrhythmia with regular use
- Colon damage and dependency
- Influencer marketing targets 13–25-year-olds
- No regulation — hidden ingredients, no warnings
✚Overdose signs
- Heart palpitations (electrolytes)
- Severe dehydration
- Chronic diarrhea
📋Quick facts
Also known asFlat tummy tea, Skinny tea, Detox tea, Teatox
CategoryHazardous Substances
Schedule / classUnregulated supplement
AppearanceHerbal teas marketed on Instagram/influencer posts — flat-tummy branding
Street price$20–$60 per 14–28 day program
Legal statusUnregulated supplement — the influencer pipeline to eating disorders
Last updated2026-09-17
Sources: FDA, NEDA
Category comparison — Hazardous Substances
| Substance | Class | Top risks | Street price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detox / Slimming Teas | Unregulated supplement | Senna in disguise — the 'flat tummy' is diarrhea, not fat loss; Electrolyte imbalance, cardiac arrhythmia with regular use | $20–$60 per 14–28 day program |
| Laxative Abuse (Diet Culture Danger) | OTC — unrestricted; some Rx-only | ELECTROLYTE DESTRUCTION — potassium loss causes heart arrhythmia and SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH; The eating-disorder pipeline: laxative abuse is a common bulimia behavior | $5–$15 OTC |
| Orlistat (Xenical/Alli) | OTC | Oily stools, urgency, flatulence — the famous GI sides if you eat fatty; Fat-soluble vitamin absorption drops (take a multivitamin) | ~$0.50–$2 per capsule |
Street prices are regional estimates. Potency and cuts vary constantly.
?Frequently asked questions
What does Detox / Slimming Teas look like?
Herbal teas marketed on Instagram/influencer posts — flat-tummy branding
What are the signs of a Detox / Slimming Teas overdose?
Heart palpitations (electrolytes); Severe dehydration; Chronic diarrhea Call emergency services immediately.
How addictive is it?
Senna in disguise — the 'flat tummy' is diarrhea, not fat loss Dependence can develop with regular use.
🔗Sources & further reading
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