This is the tea to make when your stomach feels a little grumpy and you want something sharper than the usual turmeric route (see ginger turmeric tea for that version). Fresh ginger simmered until it releases its gingerol, then brightened with lemon juice, makes for a tea that actually does something instead of just being warm water with a hint of flavor. Ten minutes on the stove and you've got a stomach settler on hand.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 inch fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Bring water and ginger to a simmer for 8-10 minutes.
- Strain into cups, stir in lemon juice and honey.
- Drink warm.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Calories | 35 |
| Total fat | 0g |
| Total carbohydrates | 9g |
| Dietary fiber | 0g |
| Protein | 0g |
| Sodium | 5mg |
Why This Is Good for Your Gut
Ginger contains gingerol, a bioactive compound shown to speed gastric emptying and reduce nausea and bloating. Lemon juice provides a small amount of citric acid that can support stomach acid levels needed for proper digestion, and raw honey contains trace prebiotic oligosaccharides that can gently support beneficial bacteria.
Ten minutes on the stove turns a grumpy stomach into a cup of tea that's quietly doing real work — read more in ginger: the root that calms digestion fast, or try a switchel ginger cooler when it's warm out.
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional dietary advice.
