Description
A warm cinnamon water drink for blood sugar control and weight loss support. Uses Ceylon cinnamon for daily safety.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Ceylon cinnamon stick (or 1/2 tsp ground Ceylon cinnamon)
- 8 oz hot water
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (optional)
- Juice of half a lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Add the Ceylon cinnamon stick and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly to about 120°F.
- Remove cinnamon stick and stir in honey until dissolved.
- Add apple cider vinegar and lemon juice if using.
- Drink warm, preferably before breakfast or before bed.
Notes
Use only Ceylon cinnamon (not cassia) for daily consumption — cassia contains high levels of coumarin which can be harmful in large daily doses. Ceylon cinnamon is lighter in color and milder in flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Cook Time: 3 mins
- Category: Drinks
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 65 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g