Beat the Bloat Iced Tea

Feeling sluggish and bloated after a heavy meal or a day of stress? I have the perfect solution to put the pep back in your step and kick that bloat to the curb! Say hello to this refreshing 'Beat the Bloat Iced Tea.' This delightful concoction combines the power of peppermint and zesty fresh ginger, used for centuries to cure digestive ailments, including bloating.

But here's the kicker – it's not just good for you; it's delicious! With a hint of lemony zing and a touch of maple syrup sweetness (making it low FODMAP), this iced tea is the ultimate refresher to have you sipping your way to a happier, bloat-free day.

Beat the Bloat Iced Tea Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: This recipe yields a single serving

Ingredients:

• 1 peppermint tea bag

• 1 cup boiling water

• 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated

• 1/2 lemon, juiced + 1/2 a wedge for garnish

• 1 tsp pure maple syrup (1 TBSP if you like it sweeter)

• Fresh peppermint leaves for garnish

• Ice cubes (1/2 cup or so)

Instructions

1. Start by boiling water and allowing it to cool slightly, or use hot water from a kettle. Place the peppermint tea bag in a heatproof mug or cup.

2. Pour the hot (but not boiling) water over the tea bag. Allow it to steep for about 5 minutes, or according to the package instructions, until the tea is sufficiently strong.

3. While the tea is steeping, grate the fresh ginger and juice half a lemon. Set these aside.

4. After steeping, remove the peppermint tea bag and discard it. Add the grated ginger, lemon juice, maple syrup, and stir well.

5. Let the tea cool to room temperature.

6. Once the tea has cooled, adjust the amount of maple syrup to your taste, adding more as needed.

7. Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the prepared tea mixture over the ice through a strainer (this isn’t required but gives you a pulp-free drink).

8. Garnish yours with fresh peppermint leaves and a lemon wedge.

9. Enjoy in the sunshine!

   This recipe is delicious and suitable for those following a low FODMAP diet, making it an excellent choice for digestive comfort.