This combination of lemon, garlic, ginger, and cinnamon is often described online as a homemade “detox” or “wellness” drink. There isn’t one universally recognized medical name for it—it is generally referred to as a lemon, garlic, ginger and cinnamon infusion or simply a homemade wellness tonic.

Each ingredient has its own distinctive flavor and nutritional properties, making the mixture a popular traditional-style drink.

Ingredients

• 1 lemon
• 3–4 garlic cloves
• 1 small piece of fresh ginger
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon honey, optional

Step-by-Step Preparation

1. Wash the Ingredients

Wash the lemon and ginger thoroughly.

Peel the garlic cloves and ginger.

2. Slice the Lemon

Cut the lemon into thin slices.

You can remove the seeds if you prefer.

3. Prepare the Garlic

Lightly crush 3–4 garlic cloves with the flat side of a knife.

Crushing the cloves releases some of their sulfur-containing compounds.

4. Slice the Ginger

Cut a small piece of fresh ginger into thin slices.

5. Combine Everything

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