Wash the lemon thoroughly and cut it in half. Squeeze the juice from both halves and set it aside.
Peel the ginger root and slice it thinly or grate it to release more of its juices.
Boil the Ginger:
In a small pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the sliced or grated ginger.
Reduce the heat and let the ginger simmer in the water for about 10 minutes. This allows the ginger to infuse the water with its beneficial compounds.
Mix in the Lemon Juice:
After simmering, remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly. Strain the ginger water into a cup or pitcher.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the ginger water and stir well.
Optional Add-Ins:
If you like, you can add a teaspoon of honey to sweeten the drink naturally, or a pinch of cayenne pepper to boost metabolism further. Stir until everything is well combined.
Consume the Drink:
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