Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Honey Peppermint Herbal Tea
Soothing, fragrant, and naturally sweet, this herbal tea is the kind of simple comfort that feels like a reset button in a mug. Fresh peppermint leaves steep into hot water in just five minutes, releasing a cool, clean aroma that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible. A spoonful of raw honey stirred in at the end adds gentle sweetness without any refined sugars or additives — just two honest ingredients doing all the work. For anyone managing eosinophilic esophagitis, finding drinks that feel safe and gentle on the esophagus can be a real challenge, especially when so many flavored teas and packaged blends contain mystery additives, natural flavors, or trigger ingredients buried in the fine print. This recipe sidesteps all of that with a completely transparent, three-ingredient list. Peppermint is also widely appreciated for its soothing properties, making this a smart choice when you want something warm and calming without any unnecessary complexity. It comes together in minutes and is best enjoyed right away while the honey is still swirled in and the steam is still rising.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh peppermint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tsp raw honey
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a small saucepan or kettle over medium-high heat until it just reaches a gentle boil, then remove from heat and let it rest for 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the fresh peppermint leaves to the hot water and steep for 5 minutes, until the water is pale green and fragrant.
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