Ginger-turmeric shot: recipe for a vitamin boost in winter
UPDATE
If spicy ginger on cold days is just your thing, then try our super quick recipe for a homemade ginger and turmeric shot. You'll also learn what the plants contain here.
Anyone who often struggles with colds and sore throats during the cold season will certainly already be familiar with the home remedies ginger and turmeric : The fruity, spicy taste is super delicious, really warms you up, and both roots are said to have a host of health-promoting properties .
Recipe: Ginger-Turmeric Shot
To make a 0.6 l soulbottle drinking bottle To fill you need:
- 1 cm fresh turmeric root
- about 5 cm of fresh ginger (it should not be crushable and should have a shiny skin)
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 lemon
- 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
5 easy steps to your homemade ginger-turmeric shot:
- Chop turmeric and ginger
- Pour in 0.6 l of water and then simmer for about 20 minutes
- Allow to cool, pass through a fine sieve
- Add cayenne pepper, fresh lemon juice and honey/agave syrup
- Pour into your soulbottle – and you’re done!
Warning: This shot is quite spicy. If you don't like it quite so spicy, just leave out the cayenne pepper.
Why are ginger and turmeric so healthy?
Ginger, the "Medicinal Plant of the Year 2018," is rich in vitamin C and contains valuable B vitamins and minerals such as magnesium, calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus, and sodium . In fact, ginger also has a digestive effect thanks to its pungent compounds such as gingerol. It can relieve bloating and feelings of fullness and is even said to help with nausea. The pungent compounds and essential oils are often said to have antibacterial effects, although this is not yet 100 percent proven. However, experts suspect that they promote blood circulation and thus reduce inflammation more quickly. Many people also find the warming effect on mucous membranes pleasant and soothing. Ginger grows mostly in India and China and has a wide variety of uses. Whether pickled as an accompaniment to sushi, brewed in tea, or as a flavoring in craft beer. Because the essential oils that contribute to its flavor are volatile, ginger should only be chopped shortly before use.
Turmeric originates from South Asia and is found dried in curry spices, for example, or fresh as a coloring agent. It is also said to provide relief from digestive problems. Studies on turmeric as a remedy for various ailments are somewhat sparse than on the medicinal plant ginger, meaning it has not yet been sufficiently researched. It should generally only be consumed in small amounts.
Conclusion
Of course, we can't guarantee that ginger and turmeric can actually prevent the next cold. But thanks to its rich vitamins and minerals, the ginger and turmeric shot is the ideal companion during the cold season and simply feels good when drunk. And, most importantly, this fruity, spicy water is truly delicious!
Sources
https://www.tk.de/techniker/magazin/ernaehrung/essen-und-wissen/ingwer-erkaeltung-superfood-2030264
