A cup of Ginger Mint Tea garnishes with lemon, mint leaves, and ginger root - Amy Myers MD®

Ginger Mint Tea

Written by Amy Myers, MD

You may already know there are many benefits of ginger root. Not only does it support healthy inflammatory responses, but it can also aid digestion. Pair that with fresh mint, and you have a tea that is refreshing, uplifting, and oh-so-good for you! This Ginger Mint Tea combines the warming essence of ginger root with the cooling touch of fresh mint leaves. It also includes a squeeze of lemon to balance the flavors. 

If you’ve never made your own tea before, don’t worry. This recipe is a breeze to make! You can also enjoy this several times throughout the day. Before we get into how to make this Ginger Mint Tea, let’s first talk about why the ingredients are so amazing! 

Ingredients to make Ginger Mint Tea - Amy Myers MD®

Benefits of Ginger Root

Ginger root contains gingerol and shogaol. These compounds support a healthy balance of bacteria and fungus in the gut. Gingerol and shogaol also help eliminate Candida overgrowth. What’s more, ginger does a wonderful job promoting glutathione levels. This provides significant liver support while your body is detoxifying.

The gingerol in ginger root also supports healthy digestion and stomach emptying. This may help ease symptoms of bloating, nausea, or stomach cramps. Both compounds also act as antioxidants, protecting your cells against wear and tear.

Benefits of Mint Leaves

Pouring Ginger Mint Tea into glass with Mint Leaves and Ginger Root on the side - Amy Myers MD®

While ginger root tea gives the tea its spice, fresh mint provides that fresh, crisp aftertaste. Just three mint leaves are enough to provide an excellent source of antioxidants. Antioxidants play a critical role in fighting off oxidative stress and cellular damage. Both of these can lead to inflammation.

In addition to this, fresh mint helps promote healthy digestion. One of the other benefits of mint leaves is the fragrance. The aroma of fresh mint may help boost your focus and mental clarity. 

How To Enjoy Ginger Mint Tea

Pouring mug of Ginger Mint Tea - Amy Myers MD®

Ginger Mint Tea is an excellent beverage for any occasion. Not only is it good for general health, but it can also help with specific health concerns. Some people drink ginger root tea to help with heartburn and indigestion. Pairing Ginger Mint Tea with a dash of lemon can also assist with natural detoxification.

If you’re looking for easy ways to start your day off right, consider drinking a cup first thing in the morning. This can help jumpstart liver enzyme production and get your digestion system ready for its first meal. If you eat a heavy meal and want to avoid heartburn or indigestion, you can enjoy a cup after you eat. You may even want to drink a cup before bed to reduce congestion and constipation. 

Whether you’re enjoying this Ginger Mint Tea to help support a healthy inflammatory response, or just to warm up on a chilly morning, you can count on a drink that tastes delicious and will put you on the path to optimal health.

Ginger Mint Tea

Course:

Beverage

Protocol:

Autoimmune Solution, Candida Breakthrough and SIBO, Elimination Diet, Paleo, Thyroid Connection

Servings:

1 serving

Prep Time:

5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 inch ginger root
  • 1 lemon wedge juiced
  • 3 fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan or teapot.
  2. Place ginger, lemon juice, and mint leaves in a teacup.
  3. Add hot water and enjoy!