Okay, so I’ve been seeing a lot of buzz about black tea and lemon lately, and their supposed health benefits. I’m a big tea drinker anyway, so I figured, why not give it a shot and see what happens? Here’s how my little experiment went.

Getting Started

First things first, I needed some supplies. I already had a box of basic black tea bags – nothing fancy, just your standard supermarket stuff. Then, I grabbed a couple of fresh lemons from the grocery store. I wanted to do this right, no bottled lemon juice for me!

The Daily Routine

Every morning for a week, I brewed myself a cup of black tea. I let it steep for about 3-5 minutes, just until it was nice and strong. While the tea was steeping, I sliced a lemon in half and then cut one half into thinner slices. After taking out the tea bag, I squeezed a good amount of lemon juice into the tea – maybe about a quarter of a lemon’s worth, and droped the slice into the cup. I didn’t add any sugar or honey, I wanted to experience the true taste (and benefits!).

The Taste Test

Honestly, the first day was a bit of a shock. I’m used to having my tea with a bit of milk and sugar, so the tartness of the lemon was pretty intense. But, I powered through! By day three, I actually started to enjoy it. The lemon added a nice zing to the tea, and it felt very refreshing, especially in the morning.

What I Noticed

• More Energy (Maybe?): I think I felt a bit more alert in the mornings after my tea. It could have been the caffeine from the black tea, the vitamin C from the lemon, or a combination of both. Or, it might have just been the placebo effect, who knows!
• Better Digestion?: I did notice that I felt less bloated throughout the day. I tend to have a sensitive stomach, so this was a welcome change.
• Hydration Boost: Drinking a big cup of tea first thing in the morning definitely helped me stay hydrated.

The Verdict

After a week of black tea and lemon, I’m a fan! Will continue drinking? I think it’s a simple, tasty, and potentially healthy way to start the day. Plus, it makes me feel a little bit fancy, like I’m having a spa day every morning. I might cut back to few times a week, instead of every day.

I’d say give it a try and see how you feel. It might just become your new favorite morning ritual!