Lemon, ginger and turmeric cubes: The anti-bloat, gut-healing daily ritual your body will love

Lemon, ginger and turmeric cubes: The anti-bloat, gut-healing daily ritual your body will love

If you wake up feeling bloated, inflamed, sluggish or puffy, this is one of the simplest gut-loving habits you can add to your day.

These lemon, ginger and turmeric cubes are a powerful little freezer staple designed to support gut health, digestion, immunity and inflammation — all in one easy cube.

Drop one into hot water for a soothing morning tonic, or add to chilled water for a refreshing anti-bloat drink during the day. No powders. No fillers. Just real, whole ingredients your body recognises.

Why Lemon, Ginger & Turmeric Are a Gut-Health Power Combo

This trio has been used for centuries across traditional food cultures — and for good reason and we are BIG fans of this combo at Zing Wellbeing in the smoothie form and today we wanted to share a different way to consume so this powerhouse is more versatile.

Together, they help:

  • Reduce bloating and digestive discomfort

  • Support a healthy gut microbiome

  • Calm low-grade inflammation

  • Support immune health naturally

  • Gently stimulate digestion (without harsh laxatives)

And the best part?
They’re incredibly low calorie, naturally refreshing, and easy to prep in bulk.

Lemon & Ginger Cubes Recipe (With Turmeric)

Makes: 20 small cubes
Prep time: 5 minutes
Freezer-friendly: Yes ✔️

Ingredients

  • 1 orange, peeled and chopped

  • 1 lemon (juice only)

  • 1 piece fresh turmeric, chopped

  • 1 piece fresh ginger, chopped

  • 2–3 tbsp honey (optional – use VG option if required)

  • ½ cup water

Method

  1. Add ginger, turmeric, orange, lemon juice, honey and water to a blender.

  2. Blend until completely smooth.

  3. Pour into an ice cube tray.

  4. Freeze until solid.

To serve:

  • Add 1 cube to hot water for a soothing morning gut tonic

  • Or add to cold water for a refreshing anti-bloat drink

Why This Recipe Is So Powerful for Gut Health & Bloating

🍊 Orange

Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, orange supports immune health while providing gentle fibre to aid digestion and bowel regularity.

🍋 Lemon

Supports hydration and digestive enzymes, while adding a natural detoxifying effect that helps kick-start digestion first thing in the morning.

🌿 Turmeric

Contains curcumin, known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Turmeric supports joint health, immune function and gut lining health.

🔥 Ginger

One of the most powerful anti-bloat ingredients you can consume. Ginger supports gastric emptying, reduces gas and helps calm digestive discomfort.

🍯 Honey (Optional)

A natural sweetener that adds a touch of energy and antioxidants while balancing the sharpness of ginger and turmeric.

How to Use These Cubes for Maximum Benefits

  • Morning: Hot water + 1 cube to wake up digestion

  • After meals: Cold water + 1 cube to reduce bloating

  • During inflammation flare-ups: Use daily for a week

  • Gut reset weeks: Pair with whole foods and fibre-rich meals

Consistency matters more than quantity — one cube a day is plenty.

Nutrition Per Cube (Approx.)

  • Calories: 12

  • Protein: 0.1g

  • Fat: 0g

  • Carbs: 3g

  • Fibre: 0.3g

Low-calorie, low-sugar, gut-supportive — exactly how functional food should be.

Why We Love Simple “Food as Medicine” Recipes Like This

At Zing, we believe gut health doesn’t need to be complicated or extreme.
Small, consistent habits — like adding one of these cubes to your day — can make a huge difference over time.

This is exactly the kind of anti-inflammatory, gut-supportive recipe we include across our meal plans: real food, real benefits, no nonsense.

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