Lemon-Ginger Brew - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Lemon-Ginger Brew is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 8 ounces ginger, peeled and chopped
- 6 cups water
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/3 cup agave syrup or pure maple syrup more lemon juice or agave
Instructions
- Pulse 8 ounces ginger, peeled and chopped, in a food processor to a coarse paste. Bring ginger and 6 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan; reduce heat and simmer until reduced to 3 cups, 30 –40 minutes. Strain into a large jar and mix in 1/2 cup lemon juice and 1/3 cup agave syrup or pure maple syrup; add more lemon juice or agave, if desired. Let cool; cover and chill.
- Do ahead: Brew can be made 2 weeks ahead. Keep chilled.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Agave.
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. Agave, a sweetener derived from the core of the agave plant, is frequently highlighted in nutritional discussions due to i...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Lemon-Ginger Brew recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Drink. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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