Immune Boosting Drink to Fight Flu and Colds
Ingredients:
- 🍯 20 ml (1/2 cup) honey
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Zest of one lemon
- 2 TBSP freshly grated ginger (30 ml) or ground ginger
- 2 tsp fresh turmeric (5 ml) or ground turmeric
- 2 pinches of black pepper
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Honey: Measure out 20 ml (1/2 cup) of honey and set aside.
- Cinnamon: Measure 1 tsp of ground cinnamon.
- Lemon Zest: Zest one lemon, ensuring only the yellow outer layer is removed, avoiding the bitter white pith.
- Ginger: Grate fresh ginger to get 2 TBSP (30 ml) or measure out the same amount if using ground ginger.
- Turmeric: Grate fresh turmeric to get 2 tsp (5 ml) or measure out the same amount if using ground turmeric.
- Black Pepper: Prepare 2 pinches of black pepper.
- Combine the Ingredients:
- In a small bowl or cup, combine the honey, cinnamon, lemon zest, grated ginger, grated turmeric, and black pepper.
- Mix Thoroughly:
- Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Serve:
- You can consume the mixture as is, or add it to a cup of warm water or tea. If adding to a beverage, ensure the liquid is not too hot to preserve the beneficial properties of the honey and other ingredients.
- Optional Storage:
- If you have any leftover mixture, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can be used over the next few days to boost your immune system.
Usage:
- Preventative: Take a spoonful daily to help prevent colds and flu.
- During Illness: Take a spoonful 2-3 times a day to help fight symptoms and boost your immune system.
This potent combination of honey, cinnamon, lemon, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper harnesses powerful natural ingredients known for their immune-boosting properties. Enjoy this drink and stay healthy! 💪
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