Classic Lemon-Ginger Infused Water
A metabolism-supporting infused water with lemon pectin for appetite control and ginger’s gingerols for gentle thermogenesis. Drink throughout the day, especially 30 minutes before meals.
- Prep Time: 5
- Total Time: 245
- Yield: 1 serving (32 oz) 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 inch (2.5 cm) fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced into coins
- 32 oz (950 ml) cold filtered water
- 2–3 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the lemon.
- Peel and slice the ginger root into thin coins.
- If using mint, gently muddle leaves between your palms to release oils.
- Add lemon, ginger, and mint to a 32 oz glass pitcher.
- Fill with cold filtered water and stir gently.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2–4 hours before drinking. Remove ingredients after 12 hours.
Notes
Drink 16 oz (500 ml) 30 minutes before meals to reduce caloric intake. Pairs perfectly with the 7-day lemon water challenge — the ginger amplifies the appetite-suppression effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 32 oz
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 2
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0.2
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0