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Liver Tonic Tea Recipe

Feeling sluggish after a night out? This Liver Tonic Tea is your secret weapon for a healthy reset! Burdock root, known for its detoxifying properties, and dandelion root, a powerful liver support, combine in this invigorating herbal tea. Find burdock root (it resembles a dark carrot) at your local health food store, and forage for pesticide-free dandelion root in your backyard or purchase it from an herb shop. This simple yet effective recipe is your path to feeling refreshed and revitalized. Perfect for a post-celebration cleanse!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 2.5 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 2.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Liver Tonic Tea

  • 4 cups water
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Dried Chamomile
  • 1 ounce burdock root, rinsed
  • 1 ounce dandelion root, rinsed
  • Dried Mint

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How to Make Liver Tonic Tea

  1. Rinse 1 ounce of burdock root and 1 ounce of dandelion root thoroughly.
  2. Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.
  3. Add the rinsed burdock and dandelion roots to the boiling water.
  4. Reduce heat to a simmer and gently simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the roots to release their beneficial compounds.
  5. Remove from heat and let the tea steep for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a mug or teapot, discarding the roots.
  7. Enjoy your Liver Tonic Tea warm, once daily. For a sweeter taste, add a touch of honey or maple syrup (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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