Cinnamon Craving-Curbing Tea (Ayurvedic Digestive Support)

This cozy herbal tea is designed to help steady blood sugar, ease digestive sluggishness, and calm those “I just need something sweet” moments. The warming spices activate agni (digestive fire), stabilize cravings, and bring you back into your body- one mindful sip at a time.

Ingredients

• 1 cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon)

• 3–4 cardamom pods, lightly crushed

• 3 whole cloves

• ½ tsp fennel seeds

• A small slice of fresh ginger (optional, for extra warmth)

• 2 cups water

• Optional: 1 tsp honey (added after the tea cools slightly)

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients except honey to a small pot with 2 cups of water.

2. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

3. Strain into a mug.

4. Add honey only once the tea is warm—not hot—to preserve its digestive benefits.

5. Sip slowly and notice your body soften, your breath deepen, and your cravings fade.

Why It Helps

• Cinnamon balances blood sugar, grounds the mind, and soothes Vata.

• Cardamom sweetens the palate naturally and improves digestion.

• Cloves help regulate appetite and stabilize blood sugar dips.

• Fennel is cooling, calming, and excellent for post-meal comfort.

• Ginger ignites digestive fire and supports metabolism.

This tea is especially helpful before reaching for a cookie or when winding down at night.