Ginger–Fennel Tea for Bloating

Ginger–Fennel Tea for Bloating

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups water
• ½ teaspoon fresh grated ginger
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds (saunf)
• ½ teaspoon cumin seeds (zeera) — optional
• ½ teaspoon lemon juice — optional
• 1 teaspoon honey — optional

Directions:

1. Add 1½ cups of water to a small saucepan.
2. Add the ginger, fennel seeds, and cumin seeds.
3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5–7 minutes.
4. Turn off the heat and let it sit for another 2–3 minutes.
5. Strain the tea into a cup.
6. Add lemon juice or honey if you like. If using honey, add it after the tea has cooled slightly.
7. Drink it warm and slowly, preferably after a meal.

Best time: Once or twice a day, particularly after a heavy meal.