Warm Lemon Ginger Water (Fresh Tea)

Enjoy the soothing benefits of Warm Lemon Ginger Water. This homemade fresh tea only requires 3 ingredients and a few minutes of time.

Water, chopped ginger root and a slice of lemon in a glass mug beside whole lemons resting on a wooden cutting board.

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The combination of lemon and ginger offers a refreshing flavour with a slightly sweet and peppery zing of warmth. In addition to the benefits of lemon water, ginger offers properties that can be beneficial for curbing colds, calming upset stomachs, or simply warming up on cold, damp days.

A half slice of lemon floating in a mug of water with chopped ginger root settled at the bottom. Sitting beside whole and sliced lemon resting on a cutting board.

Is Lemon Ginger Tea Good For You?

Both lemon and ginger root are full of health benefits. Making Lemon Ginger Tea with fresh ingredients without added flavours or sugars is the best way to receive the full array of healing and detoxifying properties they offer.

Health Benefits

Antimicrobial. Both lemon and ginger are full of antimicrobial properties that are great for combatting common colds and cleansing the colon.

Antiemetic. Ginger root contains compounds called gingerols, which naturally soothe upset tummies and can reduce nausea and vomiting.

Promotes digestion. Lemon can stimulate digestive juices, while ginger has a soothing effect on the stomach, which can improve and promote healthy digestion.

Stimulates detoxification. Lemon is rich in liver-supporting nutrients, while its sour taste can stimulate the detoxification process. Drinking water is also the best way to flush out toxins.

Anti-inflammatory. Both lemon and ginger offer properties that can reduce inflammation.

Seasonal Benefits

Autumn and winter are great times to enjoy the soothing, warming and healing benefits of warm lemon ginger water.

Spring is also a great time to enjoy the immune-supporting and detoxifying benefits that lemon ginger water has to offer.

How to Make Lemon Ginger Water

Making warm water infused with fresh lemon and ginger only takes a few minutes and 3 whole food ingredients.

A hunk of fresh ginger root centred between a spoon holder, ceramic teapot, and sliced lemon resting on a cutting board.

What You Will Need

Equipment

Kettle to boil the water. You can also use a pot and a stovetop.
Vegetable peeler to peel the ginger.
Knife to slice the lemon.
Tea pot (optional) to infuse the water with lemon and ginger.
Mug to serve your warm lemon ginger water.

Ingredients

Filtered water is best to avoid harmful pollutants.
Fresh lemon offers the most nutrients. Opt for organic, especially if you will be using the rind.
Fresh ginger root offers the most potent forms of its properties. Again, organic is best to avoid harmful pollutants that can accumulate in the soil.

Step 1: Boil Water

First, bring filtered water to a boil. You can either use a kettle or a pot and a stovetop.

Ginger root being peeled over a cutting board with sliced and whole lemon, a ceramic teapot and a honey dipper resting in a small wooden bowl.

Step 2: Peel and Slice

While the water is coming to a boil, cut the lemon into wedges or slices and remove the seeds. If you prefer a stronger lemon flavour, leave ¼ to ½ of the lemon unsliced for squeezing.

Next, peel the ginger and chop it into small chunks.

A teapot being lifted to pour hot water over a fresh lemon round and sliced ginger root that are resting in the bottom of a glass mug.

Step 3: Infuse

For a stronger lemon flavour, squeeze the juice from the unsliced part of the lemon and pour it into a mug or teapot. Add the chopped ginger and lemon slices. Then, pour the boiled water over and let it infuse for 3 to 5 minutes.

If you are putting the lemon and ginger directly into your mug, you can leave it in as you sip.

If making it in a teapot, pour the ginger lemon tea into a mug after infusing and garnish with an extra slice of lemon.

My Top Tips

Use fresh lemon and ginger root for the best and brightest flavour.

Use organic lemon and ginger to reduce exposure to toxins. Lemons are often waxed as a preservation method. So, organic is typically the safest choice, especially when using the rind.

Rinse the lemon well before slicing if using the rind.

Use filtered water to reduce toxic load.

Substitutions & Variations

Add raw honey to make a throat-soothing tea and add more immune-supporting nutrients. I usually use about ½ a teaspoon, but you can add up to 1 teaspoon if you like it sweeter.

Don't have ginger root? You can use 1 teaspoon of ground ginger instead.

Add cinnamon for some natural sweetness and extra warmth. You can sprinkle some ground cinnamon in your mug or stir your fresh tea with a cinnamon stick.

A wooden teaspoon resting in a mug of water with freshly sliced lemon and ginger root.

FAQs

Is lemon ginger water safe during pregnancy?

It is typically safe to consume lemon ginger water during pregnancy. For some, it can even help to alleviate nausea and vomiting. However, it is always best to consume in moderation and consult with a healthcare professional if you have any concerns.

Does lemon ginger water break a fast?

No, homemade lemon ginger water without added sugars or flavours is low enough in calories that it will not break the fasting state. The antimicrobial properties can even add extra cleansing benefits. However, if there are any concerns or if you are following a specific protocol, always check with your healthcare professional.

How long does lemon ginger water last?

Lemon ginger water can last up to 3 days in the fridge. Always make sure to keep it in a well-sealed container to avoid contamination.

Does lemon ginger water help with bloating?

Yes, lemon ginger water can be a wonderful digestive aid. Lemon can stimulate digestive juices, while ginger contains compounds that can help the stomach release gas.

Recipe Highlights

Immune-supporting. With vitamin C, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, warm lemon water is rich in immune-supporting nutrients.

Antiemetic. Ginger root contains compounds that can soothe upset tummies and even reduce nausea and vomiting.

Promotes healthy digestion. Lemon can stimulate digestive juices, while ginger offers soothing properties to the stomach.

Only 3 ingredients required. Fresh lemon, ginger root, filtered water and a few minutes of time are all you need to make this simple fresh tea.

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