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Fresh Lemon and Ginger Iced Tea (Real Food, Paleo, Vegetarian)

Summer is here!  Wait, I know summer truly isn't here but I live in Vegas and it is already too warm for me!  And for me, summer heat means summer drinks all day long. Along with fresh lemon, plenty of fresh ginger is used here for a punch of flavor and health boost.   Ginger, as we all know, is a root that is widely used in cooking and beverages.  But did you know that ginger has been regarded as a powerful medicinal since ancient times, too? We know that ginger is a powerful tool to use when fighting off cold and respiratory issues but compounds in ginger (chromium, magnesium, and zinc) can also help normalize blood circulation.  It can alleviate motion sickness symptoms and relieve stomach discomfort.  And, ginger also stimulates secretion of enzymes in the stomach and pancreas, which improves the absorption of essential nutrients in the body.  Plenty of reasons to add this refreshing infusion to your collection of healthy drinks to have on h...