lemon balm recipe for weight loss
This lemon balm recipe for weight loss targets stress eating and bloating by lowering cortisol and improving digestion. It combines fresh or dried lemon balm with ginger, honey, and a pinch of pink Himalayan salt for a calming evening tea.
- Total Time12min
- Yield1 serving 1x
- DietGluten Free, Dairy Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2g dried lemon balm leaves (or 5g fresh, lightly bruised)
- 240ml filtered water at 85 degrees Celsius
- 1/2 tsp raw honey (optional)
- 3 thin slices fresh ginger
- A small pinch of pink Himalayan salt
Instructions
- Heat water to 85 degrees Celsius, just before a full boil.
- Add lemon balm and ginger to a teapot or mesh infuser.
- Steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
- Strain, stir in honey if using, add your pink salt pinch.
- Drink 30 to 45 minutes before your highest-risk craving window.
Notes
Use fresh lemon balm immediately after picking for best potency. Store dried lemon balm in an airtight glass jar away from light and use within 6 months.
- Prep Time: 5min
- Cook Time: 7min
- Category: snack
- Method: steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 15
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 75
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
Find it online: https://www.saltclarity.com/lemon-balm-recipe-weight-loss/