Ayurveda describes beauty as the outer reflection of good digestion and toxin-free blood. CCF tea embodies that principle: cumin stimulates enzyme activity, coriander cools and detoxifies, and fennel soothes gas or bloat, keeping nutrients circulating to skin cells. Regular cups are trending in wellness circles because they are easy to brew, caffeine-free, and gentle enough to sip all day—yet powerful enough that many herbalists say they clear acne flare-ups and dullness within weeks.
Ingredients Required
(Makes 1 large mug / ≈ 300 ml)
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½ tsp cumin seeds (jeera) – rich in anti-inflammatory thymoquinone and skin-purifying essential oils
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½ tsp coriander seeds (dhaniya) – packed with antioxidants that curb free-radical damage to skin lipids
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½ tsp fennel seeds (saunf) – provides vitamins A, C & E that fade dark spots
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3–4 thin slices fresh ginger – gingerols counter oxidative stress that ages skin prematurely
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Juice of ¼ fresh lemon (or 2–3 thin rounds steeped) – natural vitamin C to spark collagen synthesis
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Pinch of turmeric powder – curcumin quiets inflammation and promotes an even tone
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2 cups filtered water
Optional boosters: 1–2 fresh mint leaves for extra cooling or a pinch of black pepper to enhance turmeric absorption.
Procedure
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Roast & release aroma (30 sec)
Warm a small saucepan on medium heat; dry-toast cumin, coriander, and fennel seeds until fragrant. This quick roasting “opens” volatile oils that aid digestion. -
Simmer (5 min)
Add 2 cups water plus ginger slices and turmeric. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. A longer simmer (up to 10 minutes) yields a darker, stronger brew. -
Finish with lemon
Turn off heat, cover, and let the spices steep another 3 minutes. Strain into a mug and squeeze or float lemon rounds just before drinking to preserve heat-sensitive vitamin C.
