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By Cathy Wong, About.com Guide to Alternative Medicine since 2000

How to Make Hot Ginger Tea

Tuesday November 18, 2003
Hot ginger tea is an excellent winter drink. You can use it to strengthen digestion, improve circulation, or ward off colds, sore throat and the flu.

It's very easy to make ginger tea. For some people, the taste of ginger can be overpowering. Decreasing the steeping time or blending ginger with some peppermint tea can help to temper the taste. Learn the instructions on how to make Hote Ginger Tea here.

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October 1, 2007 at 2:58 am
(1) Amy says:

In the Cathy Wong’s article, “How to Make Hot Ginger Tea,” Cathy has the following note: Keep in mind that if you are making ginger tea as a home remedy during cold and flu season, sweeteners are not recommended.

Why shouldn’t I use a sweetener? Will it make my cold worse?

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