5 Hot Beverages to Help You Stay Healthy this Winter
12/18/2020With COVID-19 and other crud making its rounds, we're going to need all the help we can get with keeping our immune systems going strong. At Lindyspring Systems, we know that part of that process is by staying hydrated. But with cold temperatures, we know it's not always easy to talk yourself into drinking water. So, we're sharing with you 5 health boosting hot beverages to keep you warm and healthy through the winter!
Ingredients:
1 to 1 1/2 cups boiling water
Juice of 1/2 freshly squeezed lemon
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
Pinch red chili powder or cayenne (boosts metabolism)
Pinch coarse sea salt
Pinch raw cane sugar like Sucanat
Directions: Mix in mug and stir well.
Why it works: “This hot drink capitalizes on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of turmeric, while the hot water and lemon combination flushes the liver and kidneys of toxins.”
Hot Ginger Tea
Ingredients:
3 ounces thinly-sliced ginger root
1 cup water
Directions: Boil and then strain. Add honey to taste.
Why it works: “Ginger promotes good digestion, and can relieve discomfort associated with conditions such as osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia, which are often more troublesome in cold weather. It has antitussive properties which means it can relieve coughing."
Hot Apple Cider with Cinnamon
Ingredients:
1 cup cider and a cinnamon stick.
Directions: Pour cider and add cinnamon stick.
Why it works: “Apple cider is a good source of vitamin C and iron, and also contains the soluble fiber pectin, which may aid in reducing cholesterol. Vitamin C is essential for tissue repair and regeneration, and supports the healthy functioning of the immune system and adrenal glands. Cinnamon promotes good digestion and can moderate blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes."
Powershot Cold Buster
Ingredients:
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
Dash cinnamon
Dash turmeric
Dash nutmeg
Dash cayenne pepper
Freshly ground ginger
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 dash stevia
Directions: Heat almond milk in saucepan, add all ingredients, then use a whisk or a hand-held frother to mix.
Why it works: "Raising your body temperature can help fight off an infection. Heat denatures viruses, so a sauna or sweat session plus hot liquids are a good way to fight off bugs. The cinnamon and nutmeg are warming and balance the blood sugar, while the cayenne pepper stimulates the metabolism and internal heat. Turmeric and ginger have anti-inflammatory properties and settle the stomach.”
Immune Boosting Spicy Coconut Tea Tonic
Ingredients:
1/2 cup full fat coconut milk
1/2 cup filtered water
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground clove
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
Dash cayenne
1 Rooibos tea bag of choice
Optional Secret ingredient: One drop pure cinnamon essential oil
1 cinnamon stick, for serving
Directions: In a small saucepan, bring all ingredients (except cinnamon essential oil, if using) to a slow simmer. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in cinnamon essential oil. Strain, if desired, or pour straight into a teacup to sip and enjoy.
Why it works: "This drink is a robust combination of immunity boosting powerhouse ingredients that will help soothe inflammation and digestive discomfort. In addition, it will provide anti-bacterial, antimicrobial and antioxidant protection."
We hope that the new year finds you in good health, and that these delicious drinks keep you feeling great throughout the winter months. With Lindyspring drinking water at home or work, everyone drinks healthier because of convenience and quality. For all of your water treatment and conditioning needs, count on Lindyspring Lake of the Ozarks!
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