- Roast & release aroma (30 sec)
Warm a small saucepan on medium heat; dry-toast cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds until fragrant. This quick roasting “opens” volatile oils that aid digestion. - Simmer (5 min)
Add 2 cups water plus ginger slices and turmeric. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. A longer simmer (up to 10 minutes) yields a darker, stronger brew. - Finish with lemon
Turn off heat, cover, and let the spices steep another 3 minutes. Strain into a mug and squeeze or float lemon rounds just before drinking to preserve heat-sensitive vitamin C.
Instructions (How to Use for Skin Glow)
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Daily dose – Drink warm first thing in the morning to kick-start metabolism, then sip the remainder between meals; aim for 2–3 cups daily for at least four weeks.
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Hydration hack – On hot afternoons, cool the strained tea, add an extra lemon round, and pour over ice; the cold infusion still delivers detox perks.
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Sensitive-stomach tip – Start with half the spice amounts for the first few days; gradually build up as your gut adjusts.
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Consistency counts – Store a day’s batch in a thermos to keep it warm; avoid microwaving, which can degrade antioxidants.
Benefits of This DIY Drink
1. Deep digestive detox
The cumin-coriander-fennel trifecta stokes digestive fire, breaks down ama (metabolic waste), and eases bloating—key because sluggish bowels often manifest as dull, congested skin.
2. Clearer, brighter complexion
Cumin’s antibacterial oils help curb acne-causing bacteria, coriander’s phytonutrients lighten pigmentation, and fennel’s vitamin C and flavonoids diminish fine lines.
