When we are taken down by the flu, this tea is a must. Along with rest and sleep, get plenty of protein to support immune function.
Tea Ingredients:
Fresh ginger washed and sliced
1 clove of fresh garlic grated or chopped
1 lemon, juiced
Hot water
The best thing you can do when fighting a virus…
Rest. Rest. Rest. Do nothing!
Nourishment is also very important; protein, veggies, legumes, healthy fats and more veggies. And tons of hot liquids like this tea and water.
Keep your body warm so your body doesn’t need to expend energy on keeping itself warm.
Why these particular ingredients for the tea?
GINGER ( Zingiber officinale) A native to southeastern Asia, India, and China. In herbal medicine, it is used for its carminative qualities (preventing or alleviating gas) and for how it relaxes and soothes the digestive tract. Ginger contains potent anti-inflammatory compounds called gingerols. Gingerol inhibits the formation of inflammatory cytokines (chemical messengers of the immune system). Ginger is also wonderful to drink when you feel a cold coming on as it is a diaphoretic ( it warms you from the inside out)
Garlic (allium sativum- lily family)
Garlic is a natural immune system enhancer and an essential endocrine system nutrient. It helps maintain normal levels of blood sugar, which assists the pancreas in generating the correct amounts of insulin. High in adrenal-supporting vitamins and minerals, Selenium, Vitamin C, B6, Copper, Manganese, and potassium. Garlic breath ain’t so bad after all.
Lemon:
Lemons contain about 50 mg of Vitamin C, over half the amount needed in your daily diet. Along with boosting immunity, Vitamin C can reduce your risk of stroke and heart disease. Vitamin C contributes to immune defense by supporting various cellular functions of both the innate and adaptive immune systems.