Here is the best clove and cinnamon tea for inflammation recipe you will ever try! It’s packed with antioxidants, easy to make and does not require a ton of ingredients. Oh, and the flavors combined are like a match made in heaven. 

Note: most herbs and spices can cause side effects especially when you are on certain medications or have medical conditions. Please make sure to read below and see if this clove and cinnamon tea is right for you.

How Does Clove And Cinnamon Lower Inflammation

Both cloves and cinnamon contain antioxidants that fight inflammation and when combined with other ingredients like ginger and lemon juice, your clove tea becomes a powerhouse of anti-inflammatory fighting agents. Here is a breakdown of how each ingredients works.

Clove – contains a powerful antioxidant called eugenol, according to WebMD, eugenol helps fight free radicals and prevent cell damage. It also reduces oxidative stress and lowers inflammatory markers in the body.

Cinnamon – is packed with two main antioxidants such as polyphenols and cinnamaldehyde. These antioxidants help eliminate free radicals that cause oxidative damage.

These compounds also help reduce swelling and reduces inflammatory markers like C-reactive protein (CRP), therefore, relieving pain, stiffness, and chronic, long-term inflammation

Ginger – multiple studies show that drinking ginger tea can significantly reduce inflammation in the body. That’s because ginger contains 2 powerful compounds called 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol. Both work by stopping the production of inflammatory compounds and blocking key inflammatory pathways in the body.

Lemon – adds flavor and vitamin C to your tea which is great for boosting the immune system and reducing oxidative stress. Make sure you always use fresh lemon juice in your tea recipes.

Clove And Cinnamon Tea Recipe

Ingredients for 1 serving | Total time: 10 minutes

• 5 whole cloves
• 1 cup of boiling water (240ml)
• 1 small Ceylon cinnamon stick
• 1 inch ginger (minced)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice (fresh)
• 1/2 teaspoon of raw honey

How To Make Clove And Cinnamon Tea

Place the ginger, cinnamon, and cloves into a mug and pour the boiling water over it. Cover and let it steep for 5 minutes and strain into a teacup. Stir in the honey and lemon juice and drink while it is still hot.

How To Drink Clove And Cinnamon Tea For Inflammation

For reducing inflammation, it is recommended to drink 1-2 cups of clove and cinnamon tea per day. You can have a cup in the morning or after your meals and 1 cup in the evenings. Make sure not to drink more than 2 cups per day as it may cause side effects.

Nutrition

This clove and cinnamon tea has | 59 calories | 0.9g total fat | 0.8g saturated fat | 0mg cholesterol | 25mg sodium | 11.4mg total carbs | 0.7g dietary fiber | 10.8g total sugars | 0.9g protein | 15mg calcium | 1% iron | 142mg potassium | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.

Storage

It is recommended to drink your herbal tea right away after brewing to get all of its benefits. With that being said, you can transfer this tea into a flask and close it tightly to drink after a few hours.

Who Should Not Drink Clove And Cinnamon Tea

If you are on blood thinning medications, pregnant or breastfeeding, have diabetes, you should avoid drinking clove and cinnamon tea. That’s because cloves contain a high concentration of eugenol and coumarin both of which interacts with blood sugar levels, and clotting.

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Conclusion

Now you know how to make your own clove and cinnamon tea for inflammation at home. I really hope you try this tea recipe and if you do, please let me know how it went in the comments below. You can also find me on Pinterest and Facebook for more helpful natural remedies and wellness tips.