Water with lemon and ginger
The ability of lemon water to "energize" the body has long been known, but this trend has only recently taken over social media. It seems like a glass of warm water with a slice of tart citrus works wonders. So what happens if you add a few grams of vitamin-rich ginger to this "living spring"?
- Proteins: 0.1 g
- Fats: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.4 g
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Complexity:
It will work even if you're making it for the first time. Not just this dish, but your first time ever.
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Number of servings:
1 3.5 liters of drink
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Lemon2 pcs
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Mandarin1 pcs
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Ginger root20 G
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Sugar400 G
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Water3 l
Pour the squeezed lemon and tangerine juice into a saucepan. Lime, orange, or grapefruit can be used instead of tangerine.
Add grated ginger.
Add the sugar and 500 ml of water. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer until the sugar dissolves completely.
Do not boil the mixture. Remove from heat. Let cool. Strain through a sieve.
We dilute the infusion with mineral water.
Healthy ginger lemonade is ready.
How ginger is beneficial for humans
Ginger root has been cultivated for over 5,000 years and is now used not only in cooking but also in medicine and cosmetology. Over this period, its beneficial properties have been repeatedly proven.
First of all, ginger boosts immunity. It is recommended to consume it during periods when the human immune system is most vulnerable: autumn, winter, and early spring.
Some of ginger's most well-known properties include its ability to boost metabolism, lower blood sugar levels, and improve circulation. It also has antiemetic properties and helps fight bacteria.
This lemon and ginger drink is invigorating and energizing. Not everyone will appreciate the distinctive flavor of this lemonade, but it's just the thing for hot weather!
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