Turmeric Tonic To Boost Your Immune system

By: Barb Biagioli 

While turmeric offers a plethora of health benefits year-round, it is particularly helpful at this time of year – on the heels of the holidays and in the midst of sickness season. A wonderful way to boost the immune system and detox, this tonic is best made when you are anticipating a cold coming on. You can also enjoy this tonic first thing in the morning before you have breakfast, or if you need to destress, detox, or rev up your digestion.

 This tonic is healing and warming, comforting on cold days. Don’t skimp on the black pepper in this drink – it activates the health properties in the turmeric and is crucial for optimal absorption! Add a bit more water to your taste, or a tad more maple syrup to sweeten things up a bit.

 Turmeric Tonic Recipe

 Servings: 2 | Prep Time: 2 minutes | Cook Time: 3 minutes | Total Time: 5 minutes

INGREDIENTS

•  1 tbsp turmeric (fresh grated, otherwise you can use ½ - 1 tbsp ground turmeric)

• 1 tbsp ginger (fresh grated, otherwise you can use ½ - 1 tbsp ground ginger)

• 1 lemon, juiced

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

• 1 pinch black pepper

• 2 ½ cups filtered water

INSTRUCTIONS

 1.     In a small saucepan, combine the turmeric, ginger, lemon juice, maple syrup, black pepper, and filtered water. Bring to a low simmer for about 3 minutes and then turn off the heat.

 2.     Strain the mixture from the saucepan into serving glasses or a bowl. Let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes. Add the apple cider vinegar. Serve in mugs or glass jars. You can store the strained leftovers in the fridge for 2 days. Enjoy!

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