Digestive-Aid Ginger and Lemon Tea

This digestive-aid tea is the perfect way to soothe your stomach after a heavy meal. The ginger helps to reduce nausea and gas, while the lemon helps to improve digestion. The honey adds a touch of sweetness, and the cayenne pepper gives it a little kick.

This recipe has been passed down in my family for generations. My great-grandmother used to make it for her children when they were feeling sick. She would always say that it was the best way to settle an upset stomach. I've never found anything that works as well as this tea.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced into coins
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• Pinch of ground cayenne pepper
• Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add ginger and cayenne pepper; let simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Reduce heat to low and add lemon juice; simmer for 5 minutes more.
4. Strain into a teacup through a fine-mesh sieve and add honey.
5. Garnish with lemon slices and enjoy.

Why It Works

• The ginger in this tea contains a compound called gingerol, which has been shown to reduce nausea and vomiting.
• The lemon in this tea contains citric acid, which helps to improve digestion.
• The honey in this tea adds a touch of sweetness, which can help to soothe a sore throat.
• The cayenne pepper in this tea gives it a little kick, which can help to stimulate digestion.