Lemony Spiked Sweet Tea - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 8

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This Lemony Spiked Sweet Tea is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Kicked up with golden rum, this sweet tea is an interesting take on a longtime Southern classic.

Ingredients

7 c. water
6 orange pekoe tea bags
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/3 c. freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 c. Bacardi 151 or other high-proof golden rum
Fresh mint sprigs

Instructions

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan and add tea bags. Remove pan from the heat, cover it, and allow tea bags to steep for 5 minutes.
Remove and discard tea bags. Add sugar to saucepan and stir until dissolved. Add remaining 3 cups water and stir to combine. Transfer mixture to a pitcher, and add lemon juice and rum. Chill thoroughly before serving.
Serve over ice, in tall glasses garnished with mint sprigs. Looking for cocktail recipes? Try our top fruity drink recipes, retro cocktails, or punch recipes.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lemony Spiked Sweet Tea good for PCOS?

Yes, this Lemony Spiked Sweet Tea recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Drink with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Drink. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 8 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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