Ginger Tea: Best Home Remedy for Cold, Cough, Sore Throat

This anti-inflammatory tea is extremely healthy, easy to make, and inexpensive too.

Benefits of this tea:
The three spices in this tea have been used for thousands of years to reduce inflammation, improve digestion and circulation, and boost the immune system. They are also a good source of antioxidants, which protect our cells from free radical damage. In fact, curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, has higher levels of antioxidants than vitamin C and vitamin E.

There is now a large body of research suggesting that cultures that use these spices daily have the lowest rates of cognitive decline in the world.

Cinnamon controls blood sugar levels in a similar way to the diabetes medication Metformin and regular consumption can reduce inflammation as well as aid in healthy weight loss. Meanwhile, ginger is not only anti-inflammatory, it has antibacterial properties and aids in digestion.

Ingredients:
Ground cinnamon, Ground ginger, Ground turmeric, Freshly squeezed lemon juice to taste

Method:
Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of each spice to a cup of freshly boiled water. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes, this allows the active constituents to be extracted from the spices. You may choose to make a jar of the mixture ahead of time so that all you have to do is add 1 to 2 teaspoons to hot water.