Hot Drinks & CidersNo. 9613 · The 2026 edition
Doctors Say A Pumpkin Spice Latte Could Fight The Flu
Could your favorite fall drink actually help ward off the flu? Doctors weigh in on the surprising benefits of pumpkin spice lattes.
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Doctors suggest that the ingredients in a pumpkin spice latte, such as cinnamon and ginger, may have immune-boosting properties that could help fight the flu. However, they caution that the high sugar content might offset these benefits, so moderation is key.
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Doctors suggest that the ingredients in a pumpkin spice latte, such as cinnamon and ginger, may have immune-boosting properties that could help fight the flu. However, they caution that the high sugar content might offset these benefits, so moderation is key.
Tips
- Pumpkin spice spices (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, allspice) have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties that can help fight the flu.
- Use fresh, raw versions of the spices (cinnamon sticks, raw ginger root, whole nutmeg, cloves, allspice) for maximum benefits, as ground powders lose antioxidants when exposed to air.
- Consistently using these spices in everyday life, such as steeping fresh pumpkin spice blend into a daily tea, can help reap immune benefits.
