Grab a thumb-sized piece of fresh ginger. Slice it into thin coins—no need to peel, that’s for overachievers. Drop it in a mug. Pour boiling water over it. Squeeze in half a lemon. That’s it. You are now a bedtime wizard.
Add a cinnamon stick if you’re feeling fancy. Cinnamon stabilizes blood sugar, which stops those 4 a.m. “I’m starving!” wake-ups. Plus, it makes your kitchen smell like a holiday. Instant mood upgrade.
Skip the teabag versions. They’re like ordering a salad and getting a pile of sad lettuce. Fresh ginger is more potent and way more fun to chew on after. Yes, you can eat the ginger slices. You’ll feel like a culinary daredevil.
