Free of Allergies:

Sweet Basil and Ginger Tea

(2 servings)

Ingredients:

• 10 leaves fresh basil
• 2 TBS fresh ginger root, slices (~1 inch)
• 1 tsp. honey, local if possible
• 2 TBS fresh lemon juice
• 4 cups water

Peel and slice the fresh ginger root into thin pieces. Wash basil gently under cold water and pat dry with a clean dish towel. *peeling ginger is easiest when using a spoon... the skin on the ginger is very fine and comes off easily when scrapped with a spoon.

In a tea pot (or small sauce pan), add water and sliced ginger. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Let simmer 2-3 minutes, the water should turn a light-golden hue. Turn the water off and add the basil leaves, let steep (covered) ~10 minutes.

Strain tea into two large mugs (leaving behind the ginger and basil). Stir in 1 TBS of lemon juice and 1/2 tsp. of honey into each mug. One fresh slice of ginger and fresh torn basil can be added for garnish. Serve warm.

Naturopathic Doctor Says:

Ginger is probably the most effective of all the herbs to calm and heal the digestive system. It is excellent for nausea, gastroenteritis (stomach viruses), and to help enhance poor function. Originally hailing from the Mediterranean and Middle East, basil is known for its help with indigestion, constipation, and for diabetes balance. This is a perfect tea to keep a healthy digestive tract feeling good, or to support one that needs some healing.

Recommended for the following Conditions:

Nutrition Information (amount per serving):

Calories 17, Total Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Trans Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 1mg, Total Carbohydrate 4g, Dietary Fiber 0g, Sugars 3g, Protein0g, Vitamin A 3%, Vitamin C 6%, Calcium 1%, Iron 1%, Vitamin K ~13%,

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