Hot Lemon & Ginger | Gestational Diabetes UK
If you have a sore throat, a cold, or are feeling under the weather, a cup of fresh, hot lemon and ginger can really help soothe your throat without worrying about spiking blood sugar levels.
Note: Avoid the honey!
Typically, honey is added to hot lemon drinks to help soothe sore throats. Unfortunately, although it is natural and contains antioxidants, honey is also very high in natural sugars. When added to liquid and heated, it is absorbed very quickly and causes high blood sugar levels; therefore, honey and syrups should be avoided.
Hot Lemon & Ginger
Hot Lemon & Ginger | Gestational Diabetes UK
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Servings: 1 serving
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Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 medium lemon halved
- 2 cm fresh ginger sliced
Instructions
- Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into a cup and slice the other half of the lemon to add to the cup
- Add slices of fresh ginger
- Pour over the boiling water and allow to seep for a few minutes. If you feel you need to sweeten the tea, add some xylitol or erythritol sweetener to your liking