In the present day, people are constantly exposed to everyday chemicals and pollutants that can negatively affect their health. People most commonly ingest these chemicals by way of processed foods or hormone-filled meats & dairy products; however, they can also be absorbed via beauty products, clothing, furniture, or airborne toxins.
This toxic overload can prompt the body to experience a variety of symptoms, including bloating, fatigue, sore muscles, acne, and impaired digestive function. To help maintain a healthy body and avoid feeling sluggish, it is beneficial to consume an easy-to-make beverage to help with regular cleansing. You can add the drink in this article to your daily routine to help feel more energized and clear-headed.
Lemon Juice
While lemons contain citric acid, they have an alkalizing effect on the body when you ingest them. In addition to boosting energy levels and improving your immune function, lemons work to reduce oxidative stress by fighting free radicals.
Ginger
Magnesium, potassium, and chromium all help to promote healthier blood circulation. Ginger has all three of these minerals and more! A mere 5 slices of raw ginger can help to improve circulation and overall heart health. In fact, Eastern cultures have used ginger to optimize heart health for thousands of years.
Cayenne
There’s a reason why eating this spice helps you stay warm. In addition to containing more vitamin C than oranges, cayenne has been known to increase metabolic rate. Cayenne also helps strengthen arteries and blood vessels. The best way to eat this spice is to add it to salad dressings, nut pastes, or in homemade juices.
Cinnamon
Because cinnamon has strong anti-inflammatory properties, it has been proven to lower the risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and other forms of heart disease. The properties in cinnamon help to reduce bad levels of cholesterol, while keeping good cholesterol levels the same. It also helps your blood clot!
Ingredients:
- 12-16 ounces filtered warm water
- 2 tablespoons raw apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ginger powder
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- dash of cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon raw agave for sweetening (optional)
Instructions:
- Stir the apple cider vinegar into the warm water and then add the ginger, cinnamon, and cayenne and mix well.
- Finally stir in the lemon juice and raw agave if you’d like to sweeten the drink.
- It is beneficial to drink this once a day 20 minutes before breakfast or lunch.
