Low Iodine Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and naturally sweet, this simmered apple and cinnamon tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and do absolutely nothing else. Fresh apple slices, a Ceylon cinnamon stick, and a few coins of ginger steep together into a light amber brew that smells incredible and tastes even better. A spoonful of honey rounds out the sweetness, and a squeeze of lemon brightens the whole cup if you're in the mood for a little extra zing. For anyone navigating a low-iodine protocol, finding satisfying drinks beyond plain water can feel surprisingly limiting — especially when so many packaged teas and flavored beverages contain additives or ingredients that aren't always clearly labeled. This recipe sidesteps all of that by relying entirely on whole, unprocessed ingredients that are naturally free of iodine concerns. There's no dairy, no sea-derived anything, and no mystery additives — just fruit, spice, and a little sweetener. It's a genuinely comforting option that fits the dietary need without feeling like a compromise in any direction.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (any sweet variety such as fuji or honeycrisp)
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 3 slices fresh ginger (each about ¼ inch thick)
- 1 tbsp honey, or to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, apple slices, Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
- 2
Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and takes on a light amber color from the apple and cinnamon.
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