Lemon Ginger Elixir
Warming ginger tea with bright lemon and honey. Zero fiber and liquid format make this a gentle choice during active flares—many of us reach for this when nausea or low appetite strikes.
Lemon Ginger Elixir
Warming ginger tea with bright lemon and honey. Zero fiber and liquid format make this a gentle choice during active flares—many of us reach for this when nausea or low appetite strikes.
Ingredients
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- High FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
Instructions
Bring 2 cups water to a rolling boil in a small saucepan over high heat.
Equipment: small saucepanAdd the sliced ginger to the boiling water. The sharp, warming aroma will rise immediately.
Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10 minutes. The water will turn pale golden as the ginger infuses.
Tip: Longer simmering (up to 15 minutes) intensifies the ginger flavorRemove from heat. Strain out the ginger slices through a fine-mesh strainer into a heatproof measuring cup or teapot.
Equipment: fine-mesh strainer, heatproof measuring cupStir in the lemon juice and honey while the liquid is still hot. The honey will dissolve quickly.
Tip: Add sweetener while hot for best dissolution, but after boiling to preserve honey's enzymesAdd a pinch of turmeric if using and whisk until the liquid turns a rich golden color.
Divide between two mugs. Float a thin lemon slice on top of each serving if desired.
Serve warm, sipping slowly.
Tip: Sipping slowly allows the warmth to settle your stomach gradually
Notes
Storage
Refrigerate in an airtight glass jar for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave. The flavor mellows over time as the ginger continues to infuse.
Low-FODMAP version
Honey is high-FODMAP due to excess fructose. Substitute with pure maple syrup (green on Monash up to 2 tablespoons) for a fully low-FODMAP compliant version.
Ginger intensity
Start with 1 inch of ginger if you're new to the flavor or have a sensitive stomach. Work up to 2-3 inches for maximum effect once you know your tolerance.
Cold version
Chill completely and serve over ice for a refreshing summer tonic. Cold temperatures may be easier to tolerate during nausea episodes.
Batch prep
Double or triple the recipe and store the strained ginger tea base (without lemon or sweetener) in the refrigerator. Add fresh lemon and honey to individual servings as needed.
IBD Considerations
Diet Protocol Compliance
How this recipe fits common IBD dietary approaches
