Turmeric, Ginger & Lemon Tonic Tea
Discover the amazing benefits of Turmeric, Ginger, and Lemon Tonic Tea! This soothing and immune-boosting drink combines the anti-inflammatory powers of turmeric and ginger with the refreshing tang of lemon. Perfect for cold and flu season, this delicious and easy-to-make tea will help you stay healthy and happy all year round. Try it today!
Yield
4 servingsPrep
1 minCook
15 minReady
20 minHealth benefits of turmeric
This golden spice has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, and for good reason! It's packed with a powerful compound called curcumin, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
So, if you're feeling a bit under the weather or want to give your immune system a boost, turmeric's got your back.
Health benefits of ginger
Next up, we have ginger. Ginger is like the superhero of the digestive world, swooping in to save the day with its ability to alleviate nausea, indigestion, and even menstrual cramps.
Plus, it's got a bit of a spicy kick, which is always a plus in my book.
Health benefits of lemon
Last but not least, we have the lovely lemon. Lemons are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, making them a great choice for supporting your immune system and overall health. Plus, they add a zesty tang to the tea, making it a refreshing and invigorating drink.
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | tablespoon |
turmeric
or 1/4 cup turmeric root, freshly grated |
|
| 2 | tablespoons |
ginger root
freshly grated |
|
| 4 | cups |
water
|
|
| 1 |
lemon
|
|
|
| ¼ | cup |
honey
or 1/4 cup agave nectar |
|
Ingredients
| Amount | Measure | Ingredient | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | ml |
turmeric
or 1/4 cup turmeric root, freshly grated |
|
| 3E+1 | ml |
ginger root
freshly grated |
|
| 946 | ml |
water
|
|
| 1 | each |
lemon
|
|
| 59 | ml |
honey
or 1/4 cup agave nectar |
|
Directions
To prepare the tea, peel and grate the turmeric and the ginger root.
Place in a soup pot and add water. Bring to mixture to a boil and simmer for about 15 to 20 minutes.
Strain the mixture into a clean glass container. Allow the mixture to cool for about 5 minutes.
Then, juice the lemon and pour into the turmeric tea along with the agave nectar or honey.
This infusion can also be drunk at room temperature.
*Enjoy the liver tonic.
- Precautions:
Although turmeric and ginger is good for you, avoid taking large doses most especially if you have gallstones, bleeding disorders, overly acidic stomach or are pregnant or nursing.
Also avoid large doses if you are taking any medication that contains blood thinner. The following recipe yield 4 cups and can be drank in one day without any side effects.
