Ginger Tea - A natural anti-inflammatory Recipe

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Ginger Tea –

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has been around for ages and historically practiced for its usefulness as far back as the fourth century BC. for treating stomach aches, diarrhea, and nausea. Since then, it has been considered a natural anti-inflammatory with incredible immune-boosting and germ-fighting abilities utilized worldwide as a spice and herbal medicine. Ginger also comprises potent phenolic compounds called gingerol. Gingerol is a pungent ingredient of ginger, with a wide array of pharmacologic effects and painkiller-like abilities. Indeed helpful for those who suffer from muscle, nerve, and joint pain.

In addition, it improves the absorption of nutrients and naturally neutralizes toxins in the digestive system. In particular, it helps with bloating, circulation, stomach cramps, motion sickness, nausea, and vertigo. It also helps to thwart off colds and flu viruses. As well as alleviates heartburn, constipation, exhaustion, fatigue, migraines, sore throats, and offers protection and relief from Candida albicans, E.coli, and Staph infections. To conclude, ginger has an extensive list of healing abilities to comfort you in wellness.

Gingerol (6-Gingerol) is the key compound found in ginger that is rich with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits.

Organic Ingredient List

1 Large – Ginger rhizome (Zingiber officinale)

1 1/2 Cups – Filtered Water

1/4 tsp. – Turmeric (ground)

1/8 Tsp. – Cayenne organic pepper (Capsicum annuum)

*Juice of 1/2 a lemon or lime

*Organic unfiltered honey to taste

*A dash of organic black pepper (black pepper supports the absorption of turmeric)

How do I make anti-inflammatory organic ginger tea?

First, select four thumb-sized pieces of ginger rhizome. Next, using a juicer, process the ginger and capture the juice. If you do not have a juicer, you can grate finely and infuse in freshly boiled water for 2-4 hours covered.

Directions –

Combine 1/4 cup ginger juice with freshly boiled water. Next, add the organic cayenne, black pepper, turmeric. Stir thoroughly. After steeping for 10-20 minutes add in your raw unfiltered honey and organic lemon or lime juice. Stir thoroughly.

Allow tea to steep for 10-20 minutes before adding the lemon juice and raw honey. As a result, this method allows the healing properties of the raw honey and fresh lemon juice to stay medicinally whole. Lastly, for optimal health benefits, drink 4-6 cups daily.

*This may be made for up to twenty-four hours prior.