🍵 Ginger Water (Basic Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1–2 inches fresh ginger root
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice (or lightly crush) the ginger. No need to peel unless you want to.
- Bring water to a boil.
- Add ginger, lower heat, and simmer 10–15 minutes.
- Strain and drink warm or cold.
🌟 Optional Add-Ins (Diabetic-Friendly)
- Lemon juice (fresh squeeze) – bright flavor, no sugar
- Cinnamon stick – helps with blood sugar balance
- Mint leaves – refreshing and calming
- Turmeric slice + pinch of black pepper – anti-inflammatory boost
⚠️ Skip honey or sugar if you’re managing diabetes.
💚 Benefits
- Helps with digestion & bloating
- May support blood sugar control
- Reduces inflammation
- Can ease nausea
- Naturally calorie-free
🕒 When to Drink
- Morning: gentle metabolism kick
- After meals: digestion support
- Evening: warm, calming version (not stimulating)
⚠️ Quick Notes
- If you’re on blood thinners or have acid reflux, don’t overdo it
- 1–2 cups a day is plenty
