Drinking immune building teas on a daily basis is a good idea throughout the winter season. Ginger is well known for its anti-nausea and ability to help with motion sickness and digestive difficulties. But, did you know that it is also an anti-inflammatory and preventative for flus and colds? It’s because the ginger makes you sweat a healthy type of sweat, and according to The World’s Healthiest Foods, “that sweat contains a potent germ-fighting agent that may help fight off infections.”
Turmeric, on the other hand, is well-known to have anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. It is also used to boost immunity and that is why it is a part of this herbal tea blend. In the on-line article, Turmeric Powder – Health Benefits, Uses & Side Effects, Dr. Andrew Weil is quoted as saying, “Drinking turmeric tea daily may well increase your life span.”
GINGER-TURMERIC TEA BLEND
Serves 2
Ingredients
2-3 cups water
1 teaspoon powdered ginger
1 teaspoon powdered turmeric
one lemon, juiced
Instructions
Boil 2- 3 cups of water.
Remove pan from burner and add 1 teaspoon each of powdered Ginger and powdered Turmeric. Stir, cover and let sit for 10-15 minutes.
In the meantime, juice one lemon and split between the two cups.
When the tea is ready, pour in both cups, and enjoy.
*Contraindications of Ginger and Turmeric: Use with caution if you are pregnant and interactions can occur with some medications. Consult your doctor first before using.
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