🤯 Unlocking the Secret Power of Your Spice Cabinet: How One Simple Tea Can Revolutionize Your Daily Wellness

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 Two Elegant and Effective Cinnamon Tea Recipes

The beauty of cinnamon tea lies in its simplicity. You can enjoy it with just water, but adding a few complementary ingredients can enhance both its flavor and its benefits.

☕ The Pure and Simple Cinnamon Infusion

This is the quintessential method—focused on maximizing the extraction of cinnamaldehyde and polyphenols.

  • Ingredients:
    • 1 to 2 sticks of Ceylon Cinnamon (see important safety tip below).
    • 1 cup of filtered water.
    • Optional additions: A thin slice of lemon, a small drizzle of raw honey or maple syrup.
  • How to Brew:
    1. Bring the water to a full boil in a small saucepan.
    2. Add the cinnamon stick(s).
    3. Reduce the heat to a low simmer and cover.
    4. Allow it to simmer gently for a minimum of 10 to 15 minutes. The longer you simmer, the stronger the tea.
    5. Pour into your favorite mug, add optional flavorings, and enjoy the rich aroma.

🌶️ The Warming Immune-Boost Elixir

This recipe pairs cinnamon with another powerful root known for its digestive and warming properties—ginger.

  • Ingredients:
    • 1 cinnamon stick.
    • A fresh 1-inch slice of peeled ginger root.
    • 2 cups of filtered water.
    • Optional additions: 2 to 3 whole cloves or star anise for complexity, a teaspoon of raw honey after straining.
  • How to Brew:
    1. Combine the water, cinnamon stick, and fresh ginger slices (and any optional whole spices) in a saucepan.
    2. Bring the mixture to a boil.
    3. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for a robust 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to fully meld.
    4. Strain the liquid into a mug and add honey if desired, as excessive heat can reduce honey’s beneficial properties.

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