Anti-Inflammatory Ginger Turmeric Shots

Turmeric is one of the most anti-inflammatory food sources on the planet. Curcumin is the compound found in turmeric that reduces inflammation and actually works better than anti-inflammatory medications like NSAIDs. Inflammation is the body's response to stress - physical and emotional. Processed foods and those high in sugar can increase inflammation while whole foods like fruits and vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, and some herbs and spices can reduce inflammation. Chronic inflammation can lead to chronic diseases like diabetes, cancer, and Alzheimer's, weight gain, hormone imbalances, poor sleep, and more. While it's impossible to completely avoid inflammation, it is best to do what you can to limit it and it's effects. This Anti-Inflammatory Ginger Turmeric Shot does just that. It can be taken in the morning or mid afternoon for a pick me up.

Anti-Inflammatory Ginger Turmeric Shot

Ingredients:

1 inch ginger root, peeled

2 inches turmeric root, peeled

1 lemon

1 pinch black pepper

1 pinch cayenne

Sparkling or coconut water to dilute

Optional:

1.5 teaspoons honey

Instructions:

1. In a high power juicer, juice the turmeric, ginger, and lemon.

2. Pour into a sealable container. Add black pepper (this increases absorption by up to 2000%. Mix to combine. Add honey if using.

3. Pour 1/8th cup of the juice into a cup and add sparkling or coconut water to dilute. Sprinkle with cayenne. You can take it strait but it does have quite the kick.

4. Enjoy!