Interstitial Cystitis Friendly Simple Syrup
Sweet, versatile, and made with just two ingredients, this syrup is a kitchen staple that finally works for people managing bladder sensitivities. So many store-bought flavored syrups and sweeteners are loaded with citric acid, artificial flavors, or preservatives that can trigger discomfort — this one skips all of that entirely. It's nothing but sugar and water, gently warmed until clear and smooth, which makes it a genuinely safe way to sweeten drinks, mocktails, or homemade lemonades made with bladder-friendly substitutes. The key step here is keeping the heat low and steady so the mixture never reaches a boil, which keeps the syrup light and neutral in flavor. Once cooled and bottled, it keeps in the fridge and is ready whenever you need a quick, clean sweetener without second-guessing the label.
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16 servings
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved and the liquid is clear, about 3–4 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool in the pan for 20 minutes, until it reaches room temperature.
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