Healing Ginger Detox Tea with Turmeric
Sip your way to wellness with this Healing Ginger Detox Tea with Turmeric, a soothing blend that’s as nourishing as it is flavorful. Crafted with anti-inflammatory powerhouses like fresh ginger and turmeric root, this golden-hued tea is the perfect remedy to rejuvenate your body and calm your mind. Infused with a hint of zesty lemon juice and balanced by optional raw honey, it’s a naturally detoxifying beverage that’s both invigorating and comforting. A pinch of black pepper enhances the bioavailability of turmeric’s active compound, curcumin, while an optional cinnamon stick adds a warming spice. Whether you’re looking for a morning boost or a calming evening ritual, this easy-to-make tea is a delicious way to support your immune system and promote overall health.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger root
- 1 inch piece fresh turmeric root (or ground turmeric)
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon raw honey (optional)
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1 stick cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
Peel the ginger root and turmeric root (if using fresh) and slice them into thin rounds.
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the sliced ginger, sliced turmeric (or 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric if using), and the cinnamon stick (if using).
Simmer the mixture for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Turn off the heat and strain the tea into mugs using a fine-mesh strainer.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and a pinch of ground black pepper. Add honey to taste, if desired.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the soothing warmth of this detoxifying tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
