Ingredients:
- 1 large lemon (juiced)
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root (peeled and grated)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric (or 1-inch fresh turmeric root, grated)
- 2 cups hot water (not boiling)
- Optional: pinch of black pepper (helps boost turmeric absorption)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (for taste)
🔥 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Ingredients:
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon and set aside.
- Grate the ginger (and fresh turmeric if using fresh root).
2️⃣ Make the Drink:
- Heat 2 cups of water until hot (but not boiling).
- Add the grated ginger and turmeric into the water.
- Let it steep for about 5–10 minutes.
3️⃣ Finish:
- Strain the mixture into a mug.
- Stir in the fresh lemon juice.
- Add a small pinch of black pepper (optional but highly recommended for boosting turmeric benefits).
- Sweeten with honey or maple syrup if desired.
🧊 How to Drink:
- Drink 1 cup at night about 30–60 minutes before bed.
- You can also sip it warm during the day if you like!
✨ Benefits:
✔️ Boosts metabolism
✔️ Aids digestion and reduces bloating
✔️ Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich
✔️ Helps detox the liver and body naturally
Reminder: Always pair drinks like this with healthy eating and physical activity for best weight-loss results. And it’s a good idea to check with a healthcare professional if you have any conditions or medications that could interact with turmeric or ginger. 🌿
