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Benefits of Lemon Ginger Tea

Benefits of Lemon Ginger Tea

Oct. 8th, 2023

Lemon ginger tea is a popular herbal infusion of lemon and ginger that provides many health benefits. This tea is usually created by seeping a bag of ginger tea into a mixture of hot water and lukewarm lemon juice.

Ginger teas are  made from ginger root. Originally, ginger tea was used as an herbal medicine in Asian countries.1 Today, there are many different versions of lemon herbal tea blends that mix lemons and ginger. Some blends come premade while others require you to use your own ginger tea and lemon juice.

Here are some health benefits of lemon ginger tea!

Ease Nausea

One health benefit of lemon ginger tea is it might help ease the nausea from sickness. Studies have found that ginger tea is associated with alleviating nausea and vomiting, including in cases of pregnancy and chemotherapy.2 The lemons in lemon ginger tea contain citric acid, which can help kill bacteria and protect the body against motion sickness.3

Relieve Stress

Another benefit of drinking lemon ginger tea is that it can help the body reduce its stress levels. There are 14 bioactive components in ginger that have been linked to reducing the body’s oxidative stress, which is caused by anxiety and can damage the body by causing disease.4 Additionally, ginger tea has been linked to helping the body produce higher levels of serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that helps you feel happiness and optimism.5

Weight Loss

Lemon ginger tea has been found to aid in weight loss. Tea is low in calories and can be used as an alternative beverage to coffee or soda. Studies have also found that ginger can boost your body’s metabolism and reduce your appetite.6

Improve Immunity

Fighting off infections such as colds and flus is important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Ginger is known to be anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative, which can protect your body against diseases and cancer.7 If you make your tea with lemon juice, the vitamin C in the lemon juice can help protect the body against free radicals, which can lead to heart disease and cancer.8

Pain Relief

Lemon ginger tea might be a way to naturally relieve cramps, muscle soreness, and arthritis pain. One study found that those who had both raw and heated ginger recovered from muscle soreness better than those who received the placebo.9 Another study found that ginger was just as effective as ibuprofen to relieve cramps from menstrual cycles.10

Enjoy the Health Benefits of Lemon Ginger Tea!

Adding lemon ginger tea to your diet can be a great way to start living healthier. Try making a cup of lemon ginger tea today!

Here at Saber Healthcare, our dietary team works to create menus that help our residents achieve their nutritional goals. We focus on meeting the daily recommended vitamins and nutrients while making our food taste great.

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Saber Healthcare is an organization dedicated to providing consultant services to long term care providers. This article is for informational purposes and is not meant to be seen as professional advice. Please consult with a medical expert before relying on the information provided.

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  3. “Top 6 Teas For Nausea and Upset Stomach.” Vahdam. 16 November 2022. Accessed 19 September 2023. Link: https://www.vahdam.com/blogs/recipes/top-6-teas-to-alleviate-nausea-and-stomach-ailments
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