Lemon-Turmeric Tonic
Lemon-Turmeric Tonic
Ingredients
• 1 teaspoon raw honey
• 1 teaspoon fresh squeezed lemon
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Directions
• Place the honey in a mug or cup.
• Squeeze a teaspoon or so of fresh lemon juice over the honey and mix. The honey will dissolve into the lemon juice.
• Add your turmeric and your cayenne pepper.
• Mix thoroughly and enjoy lemon-turmeric tonic.
• Another option is to combine the tonic with a cup of your favorite fruit juice or herbal tea.
Benefits: Curcumin, turmeric’s main active ingredient, has the power to fight two devastating ailments: heart disease and cancer. The spice, with its powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, has also been effective in treating and preventing arthritis and depression. Cayenne pepper is antifungal, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, stimulates digestion and circulation, thins blood clots, and has cancer-fighting properties. Lemons are full of antioxidants, potassium, and vitamin C. Fresh-squeezed lemon juice boosts digestive enzymes and promotes a healthy pH balance.