Lemon Ginger Morning Drink
A simple, refreshing drink made with fresh lemon and ginger. It’s naturally sugar-free and can be enjoyed warm or chilled.
Ingredients
- 1 fresh lemon
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger
- 1–2 cups water, hot or warm
- Optional: A few fresh mint leaves
Method
- Wash and thinly slice the ginger. If it’s clean, peeling is optional.
- Bring the water to a boil.
- Add the ginger slices and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat and let the drink cool slightly.
- Squeeze in ½–1 fresh lemon. Avoid adding lemon while the water is boiling.
- Strain if desired, or leave the ginger slices in and enjoy.
How to Drink
- Enjoy warm in the morning.
- It can also be chilled and enjoyed throughout the day.
- If you have a sensitive stomach, drinking it with or after food may be more comfortable.
Benefits
- 🍋 Provides vitamin C from lemon
- 🌿 Ginger may support comfortable digestion
- 💧 Helps contribute to daily fluid intake
- 🌱 Refreshing and naturally sugar-free
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