🌼 The “Stay Glowing” Golden Herbal Tea
A warm, anti-inflammatory tonic for daily wellness. Yields: 1 Cup | Prep time: 2 mins | Simmer time: 5 mins
Ingredients
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1 cup Water: Fresh, filtered water is best.
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½ tsp Turmeric Powder: The “golden” star of the show.
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1 small piece Fresh Ginger: About ½ inch, peeled and sliced or smashed.
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1 tiny pinch of black pepper: essential for activating the turmeric.
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1 tsp honey: Or to your preferred sweetness level.
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1 squeeze Fresh Lemon Juice: For brightness and Vitamin C.
Instructions
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Boil: Pour one cup of water into a small saucepan and bring it to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
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Infuse: Add the turmeric powder, the fresh ginger pieces, and that tiny pinch of black pepper.
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Simmer: Turn the heat down to low and let the tea simmer gently for about 5 minutes. This slow “steep” allows the heat to extract the oils and nutrients from the ginger and turmeric.
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Strain: Place a fine-mesh strainer over your favorite mug and pour the tea through, discarding the ginger pieces.
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Brighten & Sweeten: Stir in your teaspoon of honey and a fresh squeeze of lemon juice.
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Enjoy: Sip while warm to feel that comforting, healthy glow!
Why You’ll Love It
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Anti-Inflammatory: Both ginger and turmeric are famous for helping with joints and digestion.
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Immune Support: The lemon and honey provide a soothing boost for the throat and immune system.
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Caffeine-Free: Since there’s no actual tea leaf, this is a perfect “wind-down” drink for the evening that won’t keep you awake.
A “Bestie” Pro-Tip
If you want an even creamier version (like a Golden Milk Latte), you can swap the water for almond or coconut milk! Just be sure to whisk it constantly while simmering so the milk doesn’t scorch.