Immune Booster Shot
Ingredients:
1 orange peeled
1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and chopped
1 inch piece of turmeric, peeled and chopped
pinch of black pepper or cayenne, to taste
pinch of sea salt
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, black cumin seed oil, oregano oil
Assembly:
Load all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and process until combined. Enjoy!
This recipe can easily be increased and stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days, or poured into ice trays and frozen for use at a later time. Remove one to two ice cubs pour 8 to 16 ounces of warm water over cubes.
Health Notes:
Immune booster shot is loaded with antimicrobial, anti inflammatory, and anti bacterial power nutrients.
Oranges are recognized for being high in vitamin C which is vital for vibrant immune function. In addition vitamin C supports eye health, adrenal glands, and reproductive organs, along with connective tissues of the body; joints and gums.
Ginger known for its properties that help alleviate symptoms of gastrointestinal distress. In Chinese Medicine ginger is revered for its calmative effects that promote the elimination of intestinal gas and spasms by soothing the intestinal track.
Turmeric is a big component of both Chinese and Indian practices of medicine. It has historically been used as an anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of flatulence, jaundice, menstrual difficulties, bloody urine, hemorrhage, tooth-aches, bruises, chest pain, and colic. Turmeric root is often time used topically as well to relieve inflammation and pain. Curcumin, which gives turmeric is yellow color, has demonstrated great anti-inflammatory activity though out the years. Often times curcumins anti inflammatory effects have been compared to those of potent drugs hydrocortisone, and phenylbutazone as well as ibuprofen.
Black pepper and the oil both aid in the uptake and absorption of the properties of ginger and turmeric.
It is recommended you consult with your medical doctor(s) before making health related dietary changes.