To maintain a strong immune system it is important to look for natural and healthy alternatives, which is why the Ginger and Turmeric shot is an easy and effective solution to boost immunity naturally, thanks to its ingredients rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Also, you only need 5 ingredients, a juicer and 10 minutes of your time.
The benefits of this powerful shot
Oranges are a powerhouse of nutrients, full of vitamins and minerals. The most notable of these is vitamin C, a water-soluble antioxidant that prevents cell damage.
Curcumin, a substance found in turmeric, has excellent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. And it has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine to treat conditions like breathing difficulties, joint pain, fatigue, digestive disorders, and more.
Ginger is a known natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant that helps with digestion and relieves motion sickness.
Lemon is high in vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system and is naturally purifying and alkalizing for the body. It also promotes regular bowel movements. Additionally, black pepper increases the absorption of turmeric by up to 2000%.
Ingredients for 2 people: (110kcal per serving)
- 4 oranges
- 2 lemons
- 50-75 grams of ginger (the more you add, the spicier it will be)
- 1-2 tablespoons of turmeric
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Preparation
one He passed: remove the zest from the oranges, lemon and ginger.
2 He passed: cut the oranges and lemons into smaller pieces to fit in the juicer.
3 He passed: insert the oranges, lemons and ginger into the juicer and blend until all the ingredients have been turned into juice. If you don’t have a juicer, you can also mix all the ingredients in a high speed blender and strain them afterwards, this way you can separate the pulp from the liquid and get a juice consistency.
4 He passed: Add the turmeric and black pepper to your juice and mix until fully incorporated.
5 He passed: Pour the juice into a pretty glass, serve through a glass straw, and enjoy!
Red Apple Tip: You can make double the amount of ginger shot and store it in a closed container in your fridge for up to 4 days. Another smart idea is to fill the juice into ice cube containers and store them in your freezer for up to 2 months. Simply place them in boiling water and you have a spicy and healing immune tea.
