Ingredients
- 2 cups (500 ml) water
- 1-inch (2.5 cm) fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric (or 1-inch fresh turmeric, sliced)
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- A pinch of black pepper (optional, to complement turmeric)
Instructions
- Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan.
- Add the ginger and turmeric.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Strain into a mug.
- Stir in the lemon juice, honey (if using), and a pinch of black pepper.
- Drink warm, once daily or a few times a week as part of a balanced diet.
Notes
- This drink provides hydration and contains ingredients traditionally used to support digestion.
- Ginger may help relieve mild nausea and support healthy digestion.
- Turmeric contains curcumin, a natural compound with antioxidant properties, though its absorption is limited without dietary fat or black pepper.
- No natural drink has been proven to “cleanse” or “detox” the liver. The liver naturally performs these functions. Supporting liver health is best achieved through a balanced diet, regular exercise, limited alcohol intake, and managing conditions such as diabetes or obesity.
- If you have gallbladder disease, take blood-thinning medication, or have other medical conditions, consult your healthcare provider before consuming turmeric regularly.