FOOD AS MEDICINE:
This is the best way to love on your liver and start the day with an antioxidant boost. Curcumin is the active component in turmeric and has been shown to reduce formation of fat tissue as well as improve insulin resistance. Curcumin is also beneficial for reducing symptoms and preventing inflammatory diseases such as hyperlipidemia and diabetes. The ginger aids in further supporting bile flow and in aiding in digestive health while boosting antioxidants. The lemon stimulates liver health and body fat burn further while supporting vitamin C boost. This recipe contains a potent dose of fresh turmeric and ginger for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory punch, lemon juice to upregulate liver detox as well as honey and sea salt to balance electrolytes. If desired, you can substitute 1/2 the water for raw coconut water for added electrolyte balance.
INGREDIENTS:
4” turmeric root, peeled and chopped
4″ ginger root, peeled and coarsely chopped
Juice of 5 lemons, peeled but keeping some white pith in tact, sliced in half (optional to deseed)
2 cups of filtered water
1-2 Tbsp raw unfiltered honey
⅛ tsp sea salt
DIRECTIONS:
Place the peeled and chopped turmeric and ginger in the blender with about 1 cup of the water. Blend on high until completely broken down. Optional at this stage to strain the liquid into a large mason jar. If desired, you can reserve the turmeric and ginger pulp to add to bone broth or into savory dishes! Note 9 out of 10 times I just leave the pulp in and continue with the recipe, it truly depends if you want a juice bar style shot or if you are cool with having the added fiber.
Add the lemon halves, remaining filtered water, and blend on high. Once ingredients are well blended, consider straining once more if desired (I typically don't!). Then add honey to taste and a generous pinch of sea salt. Place the lid on mason jar and shake to distribute all ingredients. This mixture will keep good for 14 days. Have 2oz shooter with 1oz water daily at rise.
