Autumn is approaching and most of the schools have reopened. It’s time for it… the annual “autumn flu season”. It is already beginning to be seen and heard around us. It is very common that it “takes us” sooner or later and you have to stay in bed for a few days or in the worst case for weeks. But there are things we can do to boost our body and immune system around these periods. This year the autumn season is not like any other when it comes to the corona pandemic that is ongoing at the same time right now. It is now more important than ever to focus on your health, your immune system and well-being.

I have always liked smoothies and wonderful vitamin bombs made from real ingredients (not processed). But sometimes you just don’t take the time to buy all the ingredients that are needed and fix these wonderful, anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting drinks and dishes that can so often work wonders in our bodies. Let’s make a deal you and I? Together we fix this drink and take a shot every day for the coming weeks. Let’s help our bodies with the defense against the autumn and winter flu!

Ginger and turmeric shot

Why is this shot healthy and so good for you?

Ginger. Ginger has long been known as an immune-boosting tropical herb. It also has a lot of other positive health effects in your body. Among other things, it has cholesterol-lowering effects, is fantastic for digestion, minimizes gas formation and increases metabolism. It relieves migraines and has been claimed to be very effective for relieving menstrual cramps in women.

Turmeric. Is also, like ginger, cholesterol lowering and good for blood circulation and for your heart. Highly anti-inflammatory and is said to prevent both depression and Alzheimer’s. Increases insulin sensitivity which can prevent and counteract diabetes. According to studies, it also has positive effects on the prostate for men and in the prevention of prostate cancer. Turmeric cleanses the body of toxins and increases the function of the liver and boosts the liver to function optimally.

Honey. Not only is it sweet and will give this wonderful mixture a sweetness, it inhibits the growth of bacteria and is expectorant. It is also loaded with antioxidants and is anti-inflammatory.

Cinnamon. Improves insulin sensitivity and is anti-inflammatory. Is good for the heart and reduces the risk of heart problems.

Lemon and grape. Has lowering effects on LDL-cholesterol. Contains copious amounts of vitamins A and C. Boosts your immune system and lowers high blood pressure.

Black pepper. Most of the turmeric shots out there lack this ingredient. However, it is important to use it for increasing the uptake of turmeric’s active substance, curcumin. Otherwise it will be difficult for the body to absorb it. Combine it with the black pepper’s piperine and you increase the uptake considerably. According to a study, uptake increases by up to 2000 percent when piperine and curcumin are combined. Awesome! Other positive effects are increased nutrient uptake, keeps the stomach in balance when it reduces the amount of stomach acid and is also anti-inflammatory.