Health Benefits of Ginger and lemon tea

Introduction

Using natural and herbal remedies are gaining more popularity by the day, Many of us are probably aware of the health benefits of ginger root and even lemon when used alone. However, not many are familiar with the synergy that are delivered when you combine them. Ginger root promotes the elimination of intestinal gas as well as relaxing and soothing the intestinal tract. Both the lemon and the ginger root are rich sources of antioxidants that inhibit inflammation. Combining the benefits of both ginger and lemon is not only tasty, but a winning combination for great health beneficial to the entire family

Sipping a cup of hot ginger lemon tea are beneficial in the following ways:

1. Relieves stress and mood swings

Lemon is great in relieving stress and anxiety feelings so especially the did the Jews and the pills if combined together when you also add ginger to the lemon he makes it a great drink for those who are having anxiety issues mood swings and then who are also going through stress one form of stress or the other

2.  Fights off flu, cough and cold

Ginger and lemon also help to fight off flu and cold so when the weather is cold or you are experiencing poor blood circulation, you can get ginger and lemon and make your tea out of it but do  not add milk as milk may hinder the positive effect delivered by the drink.

3. Aids digestion

It  also helps aid digestion,   Ginger is known to help improve the production of digestive juice which helps digest in  digestion and reduce feelings of indigestion and constipation .  It is a gut supporting  spice  even more when you combine it with lemon.  Remember to add the lemon with the peels.  before now, we usually throw away the peels.  The combination  makes a very good tea for those who suffer indigestion, constipation and related cases.

4.   Relieves Joint Pains and Injuries 

The combination  also helps  ease joint pain and injuries.  Ginger in know to possess natural pain killing properties and lemon also helps to deliver fluid to the cells and this combine effect seems to me the secret in their pain killing ability.  Additionally, they are both naturally caffeine free.  If you suffer pains and any form of inflammation, it will be okay to include ginger and lemon tea and best to use fresh versions if you can get them than dried teas but in the absence of of fresh lemon and fresh ginger, you can make use of the dried ones.

5.  Belly Fat Burner

If you are looking for how to reduce belly fat, then you should consider adding ginger and lemon, I have personally tried it in reducing belly fat and it really works.  it relieves constipation and toxins in a way that is amazing and the resultant effect within days is a sudden reduction of belly fat. and overall body mass.

6,  Enhances Blood Flow

 of ginger root is known to help  improving blood flow around the legs,  the heart and all over the body but it is advised not to take too much of it especially those who are experiencing symptoms and signs or feelings of stomach ulcers,  they should take it cautiously and  in moderation so as not to defeat the positive effects.

7.  Supports Heart Health

With the anti inflammatory properties naturally occurring in both lemon and ginger, those managing or dealing with heart disease or heart related issues will benefit by including the tea moreso it does not support weight gain which is a plus for heart health.  Its zero calorie also makes it a great addition for this category of persons.

8.  Reduces Low Grade Fever

 It is great for reducing low grade fever.  The  tea can be taken in the morning if someone is experiencing fever especially occurring  towards the evening. if taken in the morning helps to Alkaline the body reducing the frequency of severity of fevers.  The ginger and lemon are both bitter especially when we combine the lemon with the peels, it works better.

9.  Boosts Immunity

The combo may help  to improve immunity generally and gives us the ability to resist infections and other bacteria attacks which are even common during cold weather.

10.  Great Detox Drink

They both also helps to refresh the mind generally , a great detox , you can detox your body if you think there are too much toxins in there,  the combination of these two will speed up elimination of toxic materials in the body, thereby helping refresh your mind and feel energetic.  The whole process help improve digestion too,

Preparation:

Detox Ginger Lemon Tea (makes 4 cups – 1 L)
Ingredients:
2 inches (5 cm) ginger root
4 cups (1 L) filtered water
2 tbsp (30 ml) organic lemon juice
1-2 tsp (5 ml) whole stevia leaf or honey
Finely chop ginger root and infuse in freshly boiled water for at least 20 minutes, so the infusion maximizes the transfer of the active ingredients into the liquid. Add lemon juice, stevia or honey and stir. Serve hot or cold for a refreshing and revitalizing treat.

Ref: Healthy and Natural World.com