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    Ginger Tea

    Published: Aug 30, 2018 · Modified: Apr 14, 2020 by heather · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Ginger Tea is a hot drink made with fresh ginger root and lemon. This delicious drink is great for digestion and has many other health benefits. 

    Mug of ginger tea and lemon

    Ginger tea is one of my new found go-to’s in the morning. It’s hot, spicy, a little sweet and healthy! I have been drinking a cup in the morning and sometimes in the afternoon. 

    Did you ever drink ginger ale growing up to help settle your stomach? I did! My mom always had a bottle in our refrigerator just in case. 

    GINGER TEA BENEFITS

    • Helps reduce inflammation. Ginger contains anti-inflammatory properties.
    • Immune boosting – Ginger also contains high levels of antioxidants.
    • Digestion support – This tea is great for settling upset stomach.  And if you are feeling a little bit queasy, ginger is a wonderful natural remedy for nausea. 
    • Stress Relief
    • This ginger tea recipe also calls for lemon juice and cinnamon. Lemon juice has many benefits like antioxidants, high in vitamin C an anti-inflammatory.

    Glass of tea with a bowl of lemons

    Tips

    • Peel skin off ginger with a knife or vegetable peeler. You can freeze any leftover ginger. Store in a freezer safe bag.
    • The longer you boil the ginger and water, the stronger the tea will be.
    • Don’t like hot tea? Let the tea cool and then poor over ice for a refreshing drink.
    • Want to add a little twist? Try adding some sliced apple and cinnamon stick to the boiling water. 

    HOW TO MAKE GINGER TEA

    1. Making your own ginger tea couldn’t be easier. Start with a 2-3 inch piece of fresh ginger. Peel off the outer skin of the ginger. (You can find fresh ginger root in the produce section.)
    2. Slice the ginger into thin pieces and place them in a saucepan full of water. I typically use about 5 cups of water to make 2 mugs of tea.
    3. Bring the water to a boil and then simmer for 10-30 minutes. The longer it simmers, the stronger the tea will be. 
    4. Make sure to strain the fresh ginger out of the tea. Pour into mugs and then add lemon juice, a pinch of cinnamon and raw honey if you would like to sweeten. Agave nectar is also a good way to sweeten the tea. 

    You may also double the recipe to store in the refrigerator for the next few days. 

    Bowl of lemons, plate of sliced lemon and ginger root

    GINGER TEA FOR WEIGHT LOSS

    Ginger has been shown to maybe help in assisting fat breakdown and suppressing appetite. 

    If you are starting to feel a cold coming on, have an upset stomach or just want a warm and comforting drink, I recommend trying this simple ginger tea recipe. Enjoy!

    Variations

    You can try adding different things to the tea for a little variety.

    Maple Syrup – Add a little extra sweetness with a little syrup.

    Mint – Mint is a wonderful addition. Try adding a few leaves after brewing. 

    Apple – Make it apple cinnamon with a few pieces of apples in the mixture while brewing.

    Cayenne Pepper – This tea is spicy on it’s own but if you like a little extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne. 

    You might also enjoy these recipes:

    • Watermelon detox water – Refreshing water filled with watermelon. 
    • Rainbow detox water – Infused water filled with a variety of fruits. 
    • Orange and Grape Water – Infused water. 
    • Detox Chicken Soup – A tasty soup that is comforting and slimming.

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    Glass coffee cup with tea and lemon.
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    Ginger Tea

    Ginger tea and it's benefits
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Cook Time30 minutes mins
    Total Time35 minutes mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 40kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    • 1 large ginger root
    • 1 lemon
    • 5 cups water
    • 2 teaspoons raw honey or agave nectar
    • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Peel the ginger root and then cut into slices. Fill saucepan with 5 cups if water and add the ginger.
    • Bring to a boil and then simmer for 30 minutes. 
    • Strain the ginger and pour the tea into 2 mugs. Squeeze lemon into each mug and add a pinch of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of honey to each glass. (Honey is optional)

    Notes

    • Peel skin off ginger with a knife or vegetable peeler. You can freeze any leftover ginger. Store in a freezer safe bag.
    • The longer you boil the ginger and water, the stronger the tea will be.
    • Don't like hot tea? Let the tea cool and then poor over ice for a refreshing drink. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 40kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin C: 28.6mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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