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ice water hack for weight loss

Ice Water Hack for Weight Loss Recipe

Emma
A metabolism-boosting drink combining ice water with lemon balm, ginger, and fresh lemon to support natural weight loss through thermogenesis. Developed and tested by certified nutritionist Emma Johnson over 8 years of practice.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Course Beverage
Cuisine Wellness
Servings 1
Calories 28 kcal

Equipment

  • Large glass pitcher (32 oz)
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Clear glass mug with handle
  • Digital kitchen scale
  • Sharp knife
  • Wooden cutting board
  • Small saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz filtered water divided: 4 oz hot, 12 oz cold
  • 6-8 large ice cubes
  • 1 organic lemon freshly squeezed (about 2 tablespoons juice)
  • 1 teaspoon raw honey preferably local wildflower
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon balm leaves or ½ teaspoon dried
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ginger root grated
  • 1 pinch pink Himalayan salt
  • ¼ teaspoon matcha powder optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat 4 oz of filtered water in small saucepan to 190°F (just under boiling).
  • Add fresh lemon balm leaves to hot water and steep for exactly 3 minutes.
  • Strain lemon balm tea through fine mesh strainer into glass pitcher.
  • Add remaining 12 oz cold filtered water to pitcher immediately.
  • Add ice cubes, fresh lemon juice, grated ginger, and pink salt to pitcher.
  • Stir in honey with wooden spoon until completely dissolved.
  • Add matcha powder if using and stir until well combined.
  • Pour into clear glass mug and serve immediately for best results.

Notes

  • Storage: Best consumed fresh. Can prepare lemon balm base tea night before and add remaining ingredients in morning. Store covered in refrigerator up to 24 hours.
  • Substitutions: Lime for lemon (reduces tartness), stevia drops for honey (sugar-free), dried lemon balm if fresh unavailable (use ½ teaspoon).
  • Seasonal Variations: Summer - add cucumber slices and mint. Winter - include small piece fresh turmeric root.
  • Timing: Consume 20 minutes before largest meal for optimal thermogenic effect.
  • Temperature: Serve immediately while cold for maximum metabolism benefit.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Ice Water Hack for Weight Loss Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
28
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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