🧾 Ingredients & Measurements (1 cup)
- Fresh ginger: 1 inch piece (sliced/crushed)
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Turmeric powder: ½ teaspoon
(or fresh turmeric: ½ inch) - Black pepper: 1 pinch
- Water: 1 cup (250 ml)
- Optional: Honey or jaggery ½–1 teaspoon
👩🍳 How to Prepare
- Boil ginger in water for 5–7 minutes.
- Add turmeric and black pepper.
- Simmer for 2 more minutes.
- Strain, let it cool slightly, then add honey if desired.
- Drink warm.
🌿 Benefits
- Strong anti-inflammatory action
- Boosts immunity
- Helps fight infections
- Black pepper improves turmeric absorption
- Relieves chest congestion
Best Time to Take
- Once daily
- Best taken morning or early evening
- Avoid right before bed if you’re sensitive to heat-producing spices
Shelf / Fridge Life
- Best taken fresh
- Can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours
- Reheat gently (do not microwave or boil hard)
Usage Tips
- Add a few drops of ghee or coconut oil to enhance turmeric absorption
- Avoid if you have gallbladder issues or are on blood-thinning medication (regular use)
- Drink consistently for 3–5 days during a cold or flu