Cinnamon Apple Tea

Why people make this tea

If you tend to feel chilly, get a cold sensation in your stomach after meals, or find yourself running to the bathroom in the early hours of the morning — these are signs that traditional Chinese food therapy associates with a “cold spleen-stomach” pattern. Cinnamon is one of the classic warming spices for this, and pairing it with sweet, gentle apple softens its intensity while adding a pleasant flavour. Nourilo recommends this simple tea as a home remedy to sip when stomach cold is bothering you.

Method

1. Rinse the cinnamon bark. Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces.
2. Combine the cinnamon and apple in a pot with 900 ml of water.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until roughly 2 cups remain.
4. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
5. Drink warm.

Nourilo’s Tips

The sugar is optional — if you prefer to skip it (especially for blood sugar management), the tea is still fine without it. Good alternatives include a leaf of fresh stevia or a small piece of monk fruit, both of which add sweetness without affecting blood sugar. Because cinnamon is strongly warming, limit your intake and do not use it daily for extended periods unless you know your constitution is definitely cold.