Homemade Ginger Turmeric Tea
By Mel Saladino, Dino Brands
A Nightly Ritual: Homemade Ginger Turmeric Tea
In a world that moves fast, I am always looking for quiet moments.
For Don and me, our homemade ginger turmeric tea has become just that. It’s a nightly ritual of connection. It our time to sit around the kitchen island talk through our day.
This golden tea blends two of nature’s most healing roots ginger and turmeric. Each brings its own benefits.
The Benefits of Ginger
Fresh ginger supports the body in multiple ways:
Aids digestion and reduces bloating
Soothe stomach discomfort
Supports circulation
Natural anti-inflammatory properties
Warms the body from the inside out
Ginger is especially helpful in the evening, when the digestive system is winding down and the body is preparing for rest.
The Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is known for its active compound, curcumin. Curcumin is one of the most researched natural anti-inflammatory substances in the world.
Turmeric:
Reduces chronic inflammation
Supports joint health
Boosts immune function
Supports liver detoxification
But here’s the important part many people miss…
The Secret Ingredient: Black Pepper and Curcumin Absorption
Curcumin, the star compound in turmeric, is powerful, but on its own the body absorbs very little of it. That is where black pepper comes in. Black pepper contains piperine, a natural compound that increases curcumin absorption by up to 2,000 percent. Without pepper, most of turmeric’s benefits simply pass through your system. With pepper, your body can actually use what you are drinking.
That’s why this recipe recommends adding a small pinch of fresh black pepper to your mug. It’s a tiny step that makes a massive difference.
Think of it as “unlocking” turmeric’s full potential.
A Simple Recipe with Powerful Results
This homemade tea is made in batches and enjoyed throughout the week.
HOMEMADE GINGER TUMERIC TEA
Ingredients:
10 cups water
¼ cup fresh turmeric, sliced
¼ cup fresh ginger, sliced
Optional: pinch of black pepper per cup
Instructions:
Add water, ginger, and turmeric to a pot
Bring to a boil
Reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes
Let cool slightly
Store in a glass jar in the refrigerator
Reheat nightly as needed
It’s simple. No powders. No additives. Just real food doing real work.
MEL’S TIPS:
1. Not an exact science, just a heaping 1/2 cup of ginger & turmeric.
2. I store in a 1/2 gallon Mason pitcher (Amazon) with the ginger & turmeric slices.
3. I do not reheat with the slices. It makes it too “spicy” for me.
Part of the Elimination Diet Journey
This ginger turmeric tea fits beautifully into an elimination diet.
Why?
Because it’s:
Caffeine-free
Sugar-free
Additive-free
Gentle on digestion
Naturally anti-inflammatory
When you’re learning how your body responds to food, consistency matters. Having a reliable, soothing nightly ritual brings stability to the process.
Phase 1 Grocery Shopping
When you purchase the Elimination Diet, you receive two resources designed to work together:
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The guide walks you through the full 6-week reset, explaining exactly what to remove, why it matters, and how to reintroduce foods so you can clearly understand how your body responds. It covers mindset, protein guidelines, shopping lists, Phase 1 elimination, Phase 2 reintroduction, and how to turn what you learn into a sustainable way of eating.
The recipe book includes 50+ simple, repeatable recipes across both Phase 1 and Phase 2, built specifically to support digestion, reduce inflammation, and maintain lean muscle throughout the process.
Every recipe is designed to be:
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6-Week Elimination Meal Plan
The Elimination Diet is a short, structured reset designed to help you finally understand how food truly affects yourbody. Instead of guessing what’s “good” or “bad,” you’ll follow a proven elimination and reintroduction process that reveals which foods support your energy, digestion, and performance and which ones hold you back. This isn’t a forever diet or extreme restriction. It’s a practical, science-backed way to reduce inflammation, eliminate confusion, and build long-term confidence in your food choices.