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Stepy —
March 21, 2020
- With the Coronavirus upon us we wanted to share a great immune booster juice to help your immune system and gut flora.
- This juice is armed with nature’s very best:
- Apples:
- They are packed with an antioxidant called quercitin, which is known as a powerful immune system booster.
- Carrots:
- They are an excellent source of beta-carotene, which is a potent infection fighting antioxidant.
- Ginger:
- It contains volatile oils such as zingiberene, gingerol, and shogoal which have shown anti-inflammatory and antibacterial and anti viral properties. The antibacterial properties can help kill the bacteria that causes infections.
- Lemon juice:
- Vitamin C is very well known as an immune boosting antioxidant, and lemons provide plenty of it. A strong immune system can help fight infections.
- Raw honey:
- Honey may help relieve coughs and trouble sleeping. A single dose of buckwheat honey was just as effective as a single dose of dextromethorphan in relieving nocturnal cough. Raw honey has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties, which help fuel the immune system.
- Turmeric:
- Turmeric is a potent spice for many ailment and overall health. It is often referred to as a superstar spice or the “Indian solid gold.” It has anti-inflammatory properties, which help relieve congestion, and it has antiviral and antibacterial properties, which aid in clearing infections and viruses.
- Process the following ingredients in a juicer:
- 1 carrot
- 1 apple
- 1/4 tsp of turmeric
- 1 tbsp of raw honey
- 2 tbsps of lemon juice
- 1/4 inch piece of ginger
- Make sure ingredients are organic.
- Enjoy!
- Note: None of the information in our website is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any illness or disease. The content on our website is for educational purposes only.
- For the health benefits of apples.
- For the health benefits of carrots.
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- REFERENCES:
- 1. “Effect of Honey, Dextromethorphan, and No Treatment on Nocturnal Cough and Sleep Quality for Coughing Children and Their Parents FREE.” JAMA Network. N.p., n.d. Web. 30 Dec. 2013.
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