Soothing Ginger Tea

Renata_Collective-Ginger Tea Cup

This tea is lovely and warming and soothing all year round, especially on a cool Autumn or Winter morning, afternoon or evening and also works wonders to soothe that tickle of a start of a sore throat!

Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, has been shown to lower blood sugar levels, helps with digestion, eases nausea, may lower bad cholesterol and can help fight infections. It can play a mighty important role in our health! Drink up!

Prep: 3 minutes / Total time: 15 minutes – includes time to let the water boil / Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 cups fresh water

  • 2-inch piece fresh ginger (or more if you wish a stronger flavour) – peeled if not organic

  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon – optional but delicious

  • Honey – to taste

  • Lemon slices - optional

Renata_Collective-Ginger Tea Pot Ginger and Cup

Instructions

  • Bring water to boil.

  • While water is heating up, thinly slice the piece of ginger and place in a teapot or another pourable container that can sustain the boiling water.

  • When water boils, pour over the ginger and allow to steep for 5-8 minutes.

  • Add cinnamon, if including, and stir to mix.

  • Pour into mugs/cups.

  • Add honey to taste.

  • Add lemon slices, if using.

Enjoy!



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