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Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

May 8, 2020
Shanika | Orchids + Sweet Tea

Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

When it comes to this Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea, the immune boosting properties are without question. Made from fresh oranges, ginger roots, pears, lemons, grapefruit, and naturally sweetened, this tea is a great recipe for the entire family. Easy to make, vegan + gluten-free.

Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

When it comes to drink recipes, it seems to be what you guys love THE MOST. The popularity for the drinks on Orchids + Sweet Tea has risen beyond measure in such a short period of time.

I love making my own juices + teas once in awhile, especially extremely powerful ones like this one.

Many of you have been asking for more of this type of recipe, so I'm truly excited to be sharing it!

Citrus + Pear + Ginger = a delicious combo, trust me!

Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

If you’ve been an avid reader of Orchids + Sweet Tea then you’ve seen our Natural Homemade Lemon Ginger Ale recipe

In addition, this Cucumber Ginger Lemon Detox Juice is all about the spicy ginger and mint flavors paired with the bit of tartness from the lemon and freshness of the cucumber. Great as a detox or a boost in digestion.

When it comes to this Apple Cranberry Ginger Lemon Detox Juice, it’s all about the spicy ginger and cranberry flavors paired with the bit of tartness from the lemon and granny apples. Great as a detox or a boost in digestion and immune system support; this recipe is completely natural, easy to make, and perfect for the Fall season. All Vegan ingredients.

When it comes to this Carrot Ginger Citrus Turmeric Juice, the immune boosting properties are great. Made from fresh carrots, ginger roots, orange, lemons, along with the powerful combination of turmeric + black pepper (for better absorption of curcumin), this recipe is perfect for any day or season.

When it comes to this Lemon Blackberry Mint Tea recipe, it’s all about the bold mint flavors paired with the bit of tartness from the lemon and slight sweetness from the blackberries. Naturally sweetened, this tea serves great as a detox or a boost in digestion, can be served hot or cold, and is easy to make, and perfect for any day or season, especially during the cold weather months.

Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

What You’ll Enjoy Most About This Drink:

It’s super easy to make.

Only uses a handful of ingredients.

Oh so Healthy—-awesome benefits with digestion, immune support, antioxidants, etc.

All NATURAL—including the sweetener!

Full of flavor.

All delicious, warmness in a glass.

5 Surprising Benefits of Lemon + Ginger Together:

IMPROVES COGNITIVE FUNCTION:

Yes, I know. I wasn’t aware of this either, however, lemon and ginger combined does wonders to our brains. Overall, they are great at soothing specific nerves and improving our mood. As a result, it allows us to think more clearly, and the antioxidant properties eliminates oxidative stress and helps to lower our chances of Alzheimers and dementia.

IMPROVES SKIN CARE:

When it comes to antioxidants and certain vitamins, we know that this obviously helps with skincare. However, when it comes to lemon and ginger combined, specifically, you are able to drink them together to improve your skin health or apply them topically to your irritated skin for healing.

Also, because of their antibacterial and antiviral properties, you can use both ingredients to prevent any infection of the skin.

HELPS WITH THE HEALTH OF YOUR HAIR:

While each ingredient has been used individually to help your overall hair health, combining them actually boosts your vitamin A and C, which helps to promote hair growth.

They both also help to reduce dry skin and dandruff naturally, so this is a great alternative to using specific products that may be overall harmful and not entirely natural.

HELPS TO RELIEVE PAIN:

When it comes to ginger specifically, which has it’s anti-inflammatory properties, it can also act as an pain reliever and helps your body recover from body pain, menstrual cramps, surgeries, and other illnesses.

So the next time you find yourself contemplating on whether to take another pain killer, try using ginger (tea specifically) as a natural home remedy.

CONTROLS DIABETES:

Ginger specifically, have been linked to keeping your blood sugar levels at bay, which is good for anyone who suffers from Diabetes. However, research shows that lemon also plays a great role in helping to control Diabetes as well.

The soluble fiber and Vitamin C in lemon helps to reduce your blood sugar levels, as well as blood pressure and cholesterol.

AWESOME NATURAL REMEDIES FOR FIGHTING ALLERGIES.

These Awesome Natural Remedies for Fighting Allergies will give you part or full relief during the ‘forbidden’ allergy season.

If you’ve ever had to suffer through uncomfortable allergy symptoms (or had a loved one who has), then you’ll know just how dire it is to get a boost in your body’s response to fighting such miserable symptoms away.

While there are many over-the-counter medicines available, the truth is–natural is best and these remedies actually work (some more than others)!

10 NATURALLY EFFECTIVE WAYS TO FIGHT A COLD/FLU.

With the Fall/Winter season in full swing, these 10 Naturally Effective Ways to Fight a Cold/Flu come in handy! If you’ve ever had to suffer through either ailment, then you’ll know just how uncomfortable and miserable it can feel. While there are many over-the-counter medicines available, the truth is–natural is best and it actually works!

Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

Now, let’s dig right into this recipe, shall we?

In a large pot over medium-high heat, add water and let it begin to boil. Once boiling, add the oranges, lemons, ginger root, grapefruit, and diced pears, and boil for 10-15 minutes.

After the 10-15 minute mark, turn off the heat and cover the mixture, allowing everything to steep for about 10-15 minutes to ensure that flavors are fully infused and potent.

Once fully steeped, add in the sweetener and stir until well incorporated.

Pour tea carefully into mugs, add the fruit from the pot as garnish if preferred.

Sip and enjoy!

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Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea
Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea

May 8, 2020
5 from 4 votes
When it comes to this Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea, the immune boosting properties are without question. Made from fresh oranges, ginger roots, pears, lemons, grapefruit, and naturally sweetened, this tea is a great recipe for the entire family. Easy to make, vegan + gluten-free.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Serves: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 5-6 cups fresh water
  • 4 lemons, sliced
  • 2 Medium Pears, peeled + chopped
  • 2-3 cups peeled + chopped ginger root
  • 2 Medium oranges, sliced
  • 1 Medium Grapefruit, sliced
  • ½ cup Agave + more if needed! (See Notes!)

Instructions

  • In a large pot over medium-high heat, add water and let it begin to boil. Once boiling, add the oranges, lemons, ginger root, grapefruit, and diced pears, and boil for 10-15 minutes.
  • After the 10-15 minute mark, turn off the heat and cover the mixture, allowing everything to steep for about 10-15 minutes to ensure that flavors are fully infused and potent.
  • Once fully steeped, add in the sweetener and stir until well incorporated.
  • Pour tea carefully into mugs, add the fruit from the pot as garnish if preferred.
  • Sip and enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

STORAGE: Keep any leftover tea in an airtight bottle or mason jar and refrigerate for a few days. To serve—reheat on the stove top and enjoy!
SWEETENER: You can always use ‘honey’, pure cane sugar, or maple syrup instead of using Agave. This makes for a more subtle sweet taste. For Vegan honey option—Bee Free Honee, click link.
SERVING: This drink can also be consumed warm if preferred. Simply re-heat  for 2-3 minutes when ready to serve.
SWEETNESS: Add more maple syrup or Agave for more sweetness if needed, 1 tablespoon at a time.
ADDITIONAL BOOST: To add a boost to make this drink more powerful, you can add mint leaves, turmeric/black pepper, or apple cider vinegar to the mix!
 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 438mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Vitamin C: 82mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1mg

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  1. This tasted so good! I never knew about the benefits of cognitive function either, so glad to learn about it!

  2. OH do I love the flavors in this tea. My friend started me with ginger in tea about 5 years ago and I love it.

  3. I love the fruitiness from the pears and citruses and the immune-boosting ginger which makes this the perfect tea!

  4. I have plenty of pears and citrus that needed to be used up, so I made this tea, and it was perfect!