Detox Tea Recipe

We all need a good detox every once in a while. The food and drink we devour, even though we try to lead healthy lifestyles, always contain ingredients that we would be otherwise better off not consuming. To rid our bodies of these excess substances is always a good thing, and our livers will all the more be thankful to us. Here is a variation of a Lemon Ginger Detox Tea. The ingredients are all winners and act as anti-infectives, anti-inflammatory, lymph system cleansers, antioxidants and so much more.

Ginger has been shown to cure or inhibit a slew of ailments and conditions which include: ovarian cancer, colon cancer prevention, morning sickness, motion sickness, heartburn relief, general inflammation, colds and flu, menstrual cramps relief and migraine relief.

Turmeric, which we will be adding has also been noted to be effective as an antiseptic and antibacterial agent. It also has been shown to stop the growth of prostate cancer, and may also prevent melanomas. It also is a natural detoxifier.

Cayenne which is another ingredient we will use is a great digestive aid, works against the common cold and flu, has antifungal properties and also prevents and treats blood clots, among other things. It also aids in weight loss and helps promote heart health.

To brew your detox tea recipe you will need a 2 inch knob of ginger, a 2-3 inch piece of turmeric root or substitute, 2 tsp turmeric powder, 1-2 dashes of cayenne , 4 lemons, 3 droppers vanilla stevia and 2 quarts of water.

Using a juicer, juice your turmeric, ginger root, turmeric, and 3 lemons. In a pitcher add your juice to around 2 quarts of water, a couple droppers of vanilla stevia for taste, a couple sprinkles of cayenne and thinly cut lemon slices. Blend well and tweak flavors to taste. Let this sit for about 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors fuse. This will last you about 5 days if in the ref.

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