Ginger, Lemon, and Cayenne Tea

ITS COLD!

A mere 9 degrees here in Providence, Rhode Island.

This kind of weather calls for some warming input. More specifically, some ginger, lemon, and cayenne tea. Ginger root has lots of antioxidants, stimulates circulation, and helps immune function. Cayenne is extremely beneficial in increasing circulation and combined with fresh lemon juice, this drink is warming, stimulating, and also very detoxifying! A great way to start a chilly morning and also very helpful for treating coughs and congestion, you can add a little honey if you prefer to sweeten it up a little.

Fresh or dried ginger root can be used (I prefer fresh). If using fresh root, mince or grate a 1" piece of ginger and put it into a teapot, tea ball, french press, or your tea brewing contraption of choice. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper (more or less depending on how much spice factor you desire) and let steep for at least 10 minutes. Squeeze in the juice from a whole lemon.