Orange Peel Tea
A Caffeine-free tea that has a ton of benefits.
Equipment
- 1 Pot Large enough to boil at least four cups of water.
Ingredients
- 1 Orange Orange Peel I use my leftover orange peels for this. You can dry them on the counter over night if you have too many.
- 1 Stick Cinnamon
- 1 Star Anise
- 3 Cloves
- 4 Green Cardamom
- 1 Small piece of Ginger
- 1 tbsp Honey Or sweetener to taste
Instructions
- Add water and orange peels to the pot. Bring water to a boil.
- Add spices and ginger to the boiling water. Boil for 3 minutes or so.
- Strain the tea into a container and add the honey. Do not let the peels sit in the tea as it will make the tea bitter.
Notes
Health Benefits:
Orange peels are rich in antioxidants and Vitamins A & C. They help to prevent cancer and heart diseases. They can maintain blood pressure and cholesterol. They have many anti-inflammatory properties and can help against heartburn, diarrhea, and to lose weight. Check out more HERE.
Cardamom lowers blood pressure and regulates blood sugar levels. It also supports weight loss and detoxifies the body. Like Orange peels, Cardamom is also good against Colds, Asthma, and Cancer.
Cloves have vitamin E and vitamin K which help in fighting infections, decreasing pain & speeding-up wound healing. They also may play a hand in preventing cancer, promoting optimal digestion, and boosting libido.
Star anise contains compounds that have anti-inflammatory properties and can treat microbial infections, regulate blood sugar, fight cancer, and improve heart health.
Cinnamon, like each of the spices above, has antioxidants and polyphenols. It can protect against heart disease and improve sensitivity to insulin for better digestion, lower blood sugar levels, and better blood sugar control. Cinnamon may help to protect against cancer, Alzheimer’s, and Parkinson’s disease.