Peppermint Ginger Ice Chips for Morning Sickness Relief
Ice Chips
Cooling peppermint-ginger ice chips to soothe pregnancy nausea.
Nutrition (per serving)
These peppermint-ginger ice chips are a little kitchen remedy I love to share — bright peppermint and warming ginger combine into tiny icy bites that are easy to nibble when nausea hits. They’re gentle, hydrating, and portable, perfect for keeping by the bedside or in your bag for sudden waves of morning sickness.
The method is simple: steep a strong peppermint-ginger infusion, sweeten lightly if you like, freeze, then crush into chips. They’re customizable and fast to make, and many pregnant people find the cooling mint and ginger comforting. If you have any concerns, check with your care provider before trying new remedies.
Ingredients
- Water:2 cups
- Peppermint tea bags:2 bags
- Fresh ginger root, peeled and thinly sliced:1 1-inch piece
- Honey (optional, for light sweetness):1 tbsp
- Fresh lemon zest (optional, for brightness):1 tsp
- Ice cube tray or small silicone molds:1 piece
Instructions
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Bring 2 cups water to a boil, then remove from heat.
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Add peppermint tea bags and the sliced ginger to the hot water. Cover and steep for 10 minutes to create a strong infusion.
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Remove the tea bags and strain out the ginger slices, pressing gently to extract flavor.
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Stir in honey and lemon zest if using, tasting to keep sweetness light — you want a subtle flavor that won’t overwhelm.
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Let the infusion cool to room temperature, then pour into an ice cube tray or silicone molds.
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Freeze until solid, at least 4 hours or overnight.
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To make ice chips, pop the frozen cubes from the tray and crush them: pulse briefly in a small food processor, blender, or place cubes in a zip-top bag and lightly pound with a rolling pin until chipped.
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Store the chips in a sealed container or bag in the freezer. Scoop a small handful and let them melt slowly in your mouth when nausea strikes.
Tips & Notes
- Use decaffeinated peppermint tea if you prefer — peppermint is naturally caffeine-free, but check your tea labels.
- If fresh ginger is too strong, reduce the slice to a half-inch piece; you can always brew another batch stronger if needed.
- Freeze in small silicone molds for bite-sized chips that are gentle on the mouth and easy to portion.
- Avoid excessive sugar; a little honey can help make the flavors comforting, but keep sweetness minimal.
