Soothing Turmeric Honey Tea
Per Serving
- Water : 1.5 cup
- Turmeric powder : ½ tsp
- Black Pepper powder : ¼ tsp
- Manuka Honey : 1 tsp
- Fresh lemon juice : 1 tsp
Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm
*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon
- In a pot, boil the water.
- Add the turmeric powder to the pot and stir well.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the tea simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the pot from heat and strain the tea to remove any lumps.
- Stir in the honey and fresh lemon juice.
- Pour the tea into a cup and enjoy.
- Both turmeric and Manuka honey have anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation in the lungs and improve lung function.
- Additionally honey and lemon juice provide health benefits like soothing sore throat and support immune function.
Nutritional Value per serving
Calories (kcal) |
Carbohydrates (g) |
Proteins (g) |
Fats (g) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
20 |
5 |
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Disclaimer: The information provided is for health awareness only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before making any changes to your lifestyle or treatment regime.
*Images used are for representation purpose only.
Reference:
- Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
- Longvah.T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
- Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 20th Jan 2023. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
- US Department of Agriculture. Food Data Search Results, Fish Salmon Atlantic farmed Cooked Dry Heat. Accessed 21st Feb 2023. Available at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175168/nutrients