How to Make Ginger Tea for Acid Reflux

Ginger tea can help with acid reflux or heartburn if taken in small doses. If you take a large dose, however, it may worsen your situation.

Benefits of Ginger tea for Acid Reflux

• Gastrointestinal discomfort can be relieved by small doses of ginger.
• The risk of stomach acid flowing into the esophagus may be reduced by ginger.
• Ginger tea can decrease inflammation. This can alleviate acid reflux symptoms.
• Ginger tea helps regulate the flow of juices in the GI tract to facilitate the absorption of food.
• Ginger tea helps in absorbing extra acid from the stomach.
• It xpedites the process of digestion.

How to make Ginger Tea for Acid Reflux

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• Fresh ginger (crushed) – ½ inch
• Water – 2 cups
• Honey – 1 teaspoon (or as per your taste)

Instructions

1. Heat water in a saucepan.
2. Once the water comes to a boil, add the crushed ginger and let it boil for a minute on low heat for 5 minutes.
3. After 5 minutes, the water would have reduced to half. Switch off the flame and keep it aside for 10 minutes.
4. Add honey, stir well and consume immediately.