Lemon Ginger Morning Detox Drink

Lemon Ginger Morning Detox Drink

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This morning detox drink is made with fresh lemons, fresh ginger, turmeric and purified water. Adding a pinch of pepper (either black or cayenne) may help our bodies assimilate the nutrients of this lemon and ginger detox drink better and to aid in the detoxifying process.

Ingredients:

  • Ripe organic lemons
  • Fresh ginger root
  • Powdered turmeric (or freshly grated turmeric root)
  • Honey
  • Cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Purified water

Method:

  1. Slice the lemons and ginger
  2. Bring the water to a boil in a pot
  3. Turn the heat off and add the lemon, ginger, turmeric and pepper
  4. Let steep for 30 minutes
  5. Strain and drink at room temperature or reheat (but don’t bring to a boil)

This recipe is sourced from The Harvest Kitchen

 

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