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Homemade Detox Tea Recipe: Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea

Skip the eye-watering shots of apple cider vinegar and start your day with this lemon ginger turmeric tea. I swear by this homemade detox tea to support my immune system and keep my digestion on track. With my kids in school, I know how quickly illnesses spread through a classroom and find their way into our home, so keeping a big batch of this tea on hand has been an effective way to help keep our immune systems strong.

This Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea has become a staple in my daily routine, especially during the colder months when colds and the flu seem to be everywhere. 

You’ve probably heard of the benefits of starting your day with warm lemon water. Lemon is naturally high in vitamin C, which supports the immune system. It also aids digestion and helps with hydration first thing in the morning (Cleveland Clinic). But what I love about this tea is that it takes those benefits a step further by layering in other powerhouse ingredients:

• Ginger: Known for its soothing properties, ginger helps ease nausea, supports digestion and has natural anti-inflammatory effects.
• Turmeric: A powerful anti-inflammatory spice, turmeric supports joint health, digestion and overall immune function. Combined with a pinch of black pepper (which helps your body absorb curcumin, the active compound in turmeric), its benefits are even stronger.
• Cayenne Pepper: Just a small amount helps stimulate circulation and gently boost metabolism. 
• Cinnamon: Naturally antimicrobial and full of antioxidants, cinnamon also helps balance blood sugar levels and adds a hint of natural sweetness.

This homemade detox tea recipe has become my go-to home remedy for years because it works. Whenever I feel a scratchy throat, sinus pressure or the first signs of a cold, I’ll brew an extra-large batch of this tea and sip on it throughout the day. 

Lemon Ginger Turmeric Tea FAQs

Lemon

Lemons are a rich source of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from free radical damage, supports immune health and plays an important role in growing and developing tissues. Vitamin C is also essential for collagen production, which benefits skin, hair and joint health.

Beyond vitamin C, lemons provide small amounts of potassium and B vitamins. Their natural acidity can also support digestion by stimulating stomach acid production, helping the body break down food more effectively.

Tip: Make your lemons easier to squeeze by placing a flat hand firmly on top of the lemon. Then roll it back and forth on the counter with firm pressure.

Ginger

Ginger is my go-to remedy for any type of stomach discomfort. It helps speed up the emptying of food from the stomach into the intestines, which can ease indigestion, acid reflux, bloating and gas. Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that help reduce muscle soreness and joint pain. 

Ginger is also known for reducing nausea — whether from motion sickness, morning sickness or illness — and can help strengthen the immune system due to its natural antimicrobial compounds.

When making my detox tea recipe I skip peeling the ginger after thoroughly washing the ginger before placing it in boiling water. If you prefer to peel it, you can use a spoon or peeler to quickly remove the papery skin before boiling.

I personally prefer fresh ginger for this lemon ginger tea recipe. That said, you can use ground ginger as an alternative. Start with 1 tsp ground ginger and add more to taste from there. 

Turmeric

Turmeric is one of my favorite spices to keep on hand because it’s naturally rich in antioxidants and well known for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties. The active compound, curcumin, helps support the immune system in fighting off infections and can even provide natural relief from aches and pains. (Goodbye, headaches!) Adding a little turmeric root to my day is an easy way to give my body some extra support.

You can use turmeric powder instead of fresh turmeric in your tea. Powdered turmeric is more concentrated, so you’ll need less. Fresh turmeric has a slightly brighter, more vibrant flavor, while powdered turmeric blends more easily. I like to add a dash of black pepper to help “activate” the healing effects of turmeric.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is a spice packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, which help fight infections and improve heart health. It’s also been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, supporting more stable blood sugar levels throughout the day. 

When making this tea, I have used both ground cinnamon and cinnamon sticks, depending on what I have on hand. Cinnamon sticks slowly release their flavor and are great for simmering, while ground cinnamon blends more quickly and evenly into your tea. Either way, you get the health benefits and a warm, comforting flavor.

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper adds a subtle spicy kick to this detox tea, along with some extra health benefits. It contains beta-carotene, which supports the immune system, and may also help with circulation, inflammation and even weight loss. 

That said, cayenne isn’t for everyone. I personally skipped it during pregnancy since it gave me heartburn, and if you don’t enjoy the spicy, feel free to leave it out. For a more soothing option, try adding a drizzle of raw honey or maple syrup as a natural sweetener instead.

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