With Fall now in FULL SWING, our radar is especially kicking into HIGH-GEAR when it comes to keeping our Immune System strong and well!

Your body will THANK you for sipping on this anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich powerhouse of a blender juice tonic!

Turmeric is an acquired taste, in my humble opinion! Therefore, turmeric-based beverages, including this one, may not be for everyone. ;)

Regardless, the health-related benefits just cannot be denied, and when enjoyed in a liquified form, the goodness is rapidly and easily absorbed by your body.

Between this strategic ingredient-combining and a touch of natural sweetness, you can arrive at a pleasing blend that your body is hungry for!

What I love about this beverage is that it is so quick-and-easy to make. If you have a blender, you're set!

NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF THE KEY INGREDIENTS!

Lemon[i]:

• Cleanses the liver and the bloodstream
• Supports digestion
• Strengthens Immune System function
• Helps regulate blood cholesterol levels and blood pressure
• Alkalizing for the body once metabolized
• Be sure to seek out firm and heavy lemons that have a rich and vibrant yellow colour, along with a smooth and slightly-glossy outer surface!

Ginger[ii]:

• One of the most widely-available and utilized medicinal herbs
• Its compound Gingerol helps reduce inflammation
• Helps regulate both blood pressure and cholesterol
• Contributes to optimal circulation
• Helps to achieve relief with nausea, upset stomach and indigestion
• Helps kill off bacteria associated with acute illness

Raw, Unpasteurized Honey[iii]:

• Isn’t processed or cooked in preparation for sale, so retains all of its naturally-occurring vitamins and minerals (in the proportions Mother Nature intended)!
• Possesses antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiviral properties.

Turmeric[iv]:

• Is considered to be a full-body tonic
• Its active constituent curcumin is a potent antioxidant
• Soothes inflammation and supports the reduction of histamine levels in the body; histamine is a bodily chemical released as part of the body’s immune response

Black Pepper[v]:

• Its bioactive compound piperine may boost the body's ability to absorb curcumin

Access the recipe HERE.

*If you'd like to try out the incredible raw, unpasteurized honey pictured above, enjoy code JESSPNUTRITION at checkout for 30% OFF(!) your Beekeeper's Naturals order (on both their Canadian and American sites)!

If you make this blender-made tonic, be sure to tag me on Facebook or Instagram with your creation, letting me know what you think of it, and so I can drool over what you've created in your own kitchen!

Enjoy!

ENDNOTES

[i] Balch, P. A. (2003) Prescription for Dietary Wellness, 2nd ed. New York, NY: Avery.

[ii] Balch, P. A. (2003) Prescription for Dietary Wellness, 2nd ed. New York, NY: Avery.

[iii] Balch, P. A. (2003) Prescription for Dietary Wellness, 2nd ed. New York, NY: Avery.

[iv] Balch, P. A. (2003) Prescription for Dietary Wellness, 2nd ed. New York, NY: Avery.

[v] Goodson, A. (2018, July 4) Why Turmeric and Black Pepper is a Powerful Combination. Retrieved December 22, 2018 from https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/turmeric-and-black-pepper