Ginger Shot Recipe
Cold and flu season is right around the corner. We are soft launching our Get Healthy With Dr. Adame Program with shots!
I love doing shots to help boost my immune system!
Nope, not the kind of shots you find at your local bar.
I am a huge fan of ginger shots. This recipe is for a basic Vitamin C-loaded Immunity ginger shot.
Ingredients:
Large chunk of peeled ginger (about the size of your hand)
Juice of 1 (or 2) green limes
A handful of fresh washed strawberries with the tops cut off
A large peeled orange (seedless) or a few cuties (peeled)
A pinch of turmeric
Some mint leaves
If you want to add some extra sweetness, throw in a pear or an apple (cored, leave the nutrient-dense skin on)
Instructions: Throw all the ingredients in a Vitamix or regular blender along with about 3 cups of water and blend until smooth. I store in the fridge in an airtight soup container and it lasts about a week. Mix well before serving.
How to Use: I usually do a couple of ginger shots after my morning work outs as a pick-me-up. Ginger helps boost metabolism so I am giving my body a little extra help. Ginger is also a natural stimulant (I avoid ginger shots after lunch), has anti-inflammatory properties, and curbs appetite just a little bit. I also try to do a couple of ginger shots right before lunch for the anti-inflammatory and appetite stabilizing effects. On cold days, I heat up on the stove top a small cupful size of the ginger shot and drink it hot as a very hearty drink.
Please note: Vitamin C starts to denature at about 86 degrees. Do not heat your ginger drink to boil and do not heat for a prolonged period of time, just enough so it’s warm.
Ginger Shot Recipe—Vitamin C Immunity Boost
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