Feeling under the weather? Try this easy home remedy that packs a powerful punch. Combining cloves, ginger, and a Lipton tea bag creates a soothing drink that can help with many common ailments. Cloves fight germs and reduce pain with their natural oils. Ginger calms upset stomachs and fights inflammation. The black tea in your Lipton bag adds a familiar flavor plus antioxidants that boost your immune system. This simple mix works great for cold symptoms, tummy troubles, and even sore throats.
Making this healing tea is super quick and easy. Just boil 2 cups of water and add 3-4 whole cloves, a thumb-sized piece of sliced fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon dried), and one Lipton tea bag. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes with a lid on. The longer it steeps, the stronger it gets. Add honey to taste if you want it sweeter. For extra cold-fighting power, squeeze in some fresh lemon juice. You can drink this tea hot or let it cool slightly – both ways work great.
Drink this tea 2-3 times a day when you’re sick for the best results. It works wonders in the morning to wake up your system, and before bed to help you sleep better when congested. The warmth soothes your throat while the active compounds in cloves and ginger go to work. Many people notice less congestion, reduced coughing, and better digestion after drinking it regularly. Plus, it’s safe for most people and much cheaper than many over-the-counter medicines.
| Ingredient | Health Benefits | Amount Needed |
|---|---|---|
| Cloves | Pain relief, kills germs, reduces congestion | 3-4 whole cloves |
| Ginger | Calms nausea, reduces inflammation, improves digestion | 1-inch piece, sliced (or 1 tsp dried) |
| Lipton Tea Bag | Antioxidants, familiar flavor, mild caffeine boost | 1 regular tea bag |
| Honey (optional) | Soothes throat, natural sweetener, additional germ-fighting | 1-2 teaspoons, to taste |
| Lemon (optional) | Vitamin C boost, cuts through congestion | Squeeze from ¼ lemon |
Simple Healing Tea Instructions
- What You Need:
- 2 cups water
- 3-4 whole cloves
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger (or 1 tsp dried)
- 1 Lipton tea bag
- Honey and lemon (optional)
- How To Make It:
- Boil the water in a small pot
- Add cloves and ginger
- Turn heat down and simmer for 2 minutes
- Turn off heat, add tea bag, and cover
- Let it steep for 5-7 minutes
- Strain into a mug
- Add honey and lemon if desired
- When To Drink:
- Morning: To clear congestion and start the day
- Afternoon: For energy without too much caffeine
- Evening: To soothe throat and calm digestion before bed
- Drink 2-3 cups daily when fighting a cold or upset stomach
- Cautions:
- Not for children under 5 years old
- Pregnant women should check with doctor first
- If you take blood thinners, ask your doctor before using regular amounts of ginger
- Stop using if you notice any allergic reactions