Detox teas have been around for centuries.  These elixirs date back to the Silk Roads of China, Ancient Egypt and other civilizations.  When something has sustained the test of time, I believe there has to be some substance to it.  It’s worth it to me, to give it a try.  
One of my favorite homemade detox teas is hot water with fresh lemon juice, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and honey if desired.  I have been drinking this tea in the mornings on an empty stomach and at the end of the night before bed for years.  I have used this to aid in weight-loss and maintenance.  I drink this any time I start feeling under the weather too.  It seems to aid with colds, allergies and other ailments.  I can’t promise that its working, but I can tell you it is not hurting anything, for sure.  This mixture is readily available in the form of immunity shots at most major grocers in the produce section.  The juice and herbal mixture alone work great to boost the immune system.  As a hot tea, this combination is so soothing to the mind, body and digestive system.  Supposedly, it’s great for glowing skin too.  I’ll share with you some of the reason that I found supporting the use of this tea.

Many health sources tout lemon as a great support for the body in general.  It is full of vitamin C and antioxidants, known to fight against cancer and other ailments like high cholesterol and heart problems.  The citrus may help with kidney stones and overall digestion. The vitamins and antioxidants in citrus fruit are great for the skin too.

Cayenne pepper is full of vitamins and minerals as well.  The capsicum properties of the pepper cause it to aid in digestion and inflammation.  This medicinal pepper is believed to reduce cholesterol, help blood sugar, and boost the immune system.  It is also believed that cayenne will boost the metabolism, possibly aiding in weight loss.

Cinnamon is also a medicinal and aromatic spice.  Cinnamon adds antioxidants to the diet, it boosts the immune system due to its antiviral properties and it is touted to help with blood sugar, heart health and cholesterol as well.  Additionally, there is some evidence that cinnamon could help with brain health during aging.  

All three of these ingredients for my detox tea offer health, immune, digestive and skin benefits.  The three ingredients, combined, prove to be a bit of an appetite suppressant for myself.  Possibly just from consuming extra water and feeling more full, but I truly believe it’s all in the ingredients.   I am no health expert and am not promising this all works. Of course everyone is different and has different needs.  This is simply something I enjoy and I thought I would share.

Give this hot tea a try.  Simply mix in a cup:
Hot water
The juice of 1/2 to 1 lemon (I wash my lemon well and place the squeezed lemon rind in the cup too - this adds lemon oil to the drink & makes it even more potent) 
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 
1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon 
Honey to taste as desired
If you would like an extra zing try adding fresh ginger to taste as well (I often add this if I am ill)

I consume a lot of tea everyday and I have a hot water pot & dispenser that I absolutely love.  My Mother-in-Law gifted me this years ago.  It keeps 3 liters of water boiled and at a steady temperature at all times, perfect for teas, soups, and instant mixes any time. You simply keep it full and leave it.   We always have hot water ready.  As a family that loves tea this is wonderful!  I will share the one I’ve had for years, here in my video and link it below.

Find the hot water pot by clicking here 

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Here’s a video making the tea, CHEERS…..

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