Step One:

Boil the 2 cups of water in a kettle or pot. Once it hits a rolling boil, turn off the heat.

Step Two:

Add your lemon balm (fresh or dried), turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger to the hot water. Cover it with a lid and let it steep for 7 to 10 minutes. This helps all the active compounds release fully.

Step Three:

Strain the mixture into your mug. Add the fresh lemon juice and stir in the honey while the tea is still warm — but not boiling hot. Too much heat destroys honey’s enzymes.

Step Four:

Drink it warm on an empty stomach in the morning for detox and digestion support. You can also sip a second cup after dinner to help curb late-night cravings and prep your body for better sleep.