4 Incredible Winter Immunity Boosters That Are Easily Made
Dimitra Karagiannidi
The immune system is the body's natural defense against disease. It protects us from infections and other health problems. When we are healthy, our immune system fights off germs that can make us sick.
Many people are not aware of how much immunity can go down in winter. This is because of the reduction of sunshine which is a major source of vitamin D. The vitamin is needed for the proper functioning of our immune systems. Research also shows our immune system tends to be more sluggish in cold temperatures than in warm temperatures. Moreover, many viruses are more active in cold temperatures.
We need to boost our immunity now that it's winter time to keep us safe from the cold, flu, and other sicknesses that are common during this time of year. There are many ways to do this such as eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, drinking plenty of water, and taking immunity-boosting drinks like the ones below. Remember health is wealth!
Recipe 1: Ginger-Lemon Drink For Immunity Boosting
The ginger and lemon combination is a great way to boost immunity and fight off the winter blues. This drink is also a great way to get some vitamin C into your body.
Ingredients:
-1 cup of water of hot water
-Juice from 1/2 a lemon (about 1/4 cup)
-1 inch piece of ginger, peeled and grated or finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
-1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or cardamon (optional)
-Sugar (optional)
Instructions
Put the ginger in your favorite mug, add cinnamon or cardamon and lemon juice.
Stir the ingredients then add the hot water and sugar if you'd like.
Wait until it is cool enough to drink and enjoy!
Recipe 2: Hot Apple Cider For The Ultimate Winter Drink
Hot apple cider is the perfect drink for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting and it tastes delicious.
This recipe is easy to make and has just five ingredients - apples, cinnamon sticks, brown sugar, lemon juice, and water - so you don't have to worry about running out of ingredients or getting too complicated.
Ingredients:
3 cups of apple cider vinegar
2 cinnamon sticks broken into pieces
1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
1/4 cup lemon juice (optional)
Instructions:
Pour apple cider in a large saucepan, add the cinnamon sticks, sugar and lemon juice then let is simmer for 5-10 mins.
Pour into mugs and add fresh cinnamon stick if you like.
Recipe 3: Hot Lemonade Recipe To Combat the Cold
Hot lemonade is a refreshing drink that can help you stay healthy in the winter.
Ingredients
-Fresh lemons
-Honey
The recipe for this hot lemonade drink is as follows:
- Add a cup of water to a saucepan and set it over medium-high heat.
- Once the water comes to a boil, add honey and stir until well combined.
- Slice lemon pieces and mash them in your mug
- Then let the water and honey mixture cool down for about 10 minutes, then pour it into your mug
- Add lemon slices or mint leaves to garnish, if desired.
Recipe 4: Immune System Booster Shot
This recipe makes five shots, and you can add or remove ingredients.
Ingredients
- 5-10 cloves garlic
- 5 tablespoons honey
- 1.25 teaspoon turmeric
- 5 tablespoons hot water
- 10-15 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice of 1 medium lemon
- 20-25 tablespoons freshly-squeezed orange juice from 1 medium navel orange
- 5 dash cinnamon
- 5 dash cayenne pepper
- 5 dash sea salt
- 5 pinches freshly ground black pepper
- 5 tablespoons organic, unfiltered apple cider vinegar see Notes
- 5 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
Instructions
Press garlic cloves through a garlic press and into a small bowl. Set aside 10 minutes (see Notes). Alternately, grind and mash garlic cloves with a knife, then set aside.
Once the garlic has rested close to 10 minutes, add one tablespoon of honey, one tablespoon of hot water, and ¼ teaspoon of turmeric to a glass or cup. Whisk until the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Add fresh lemon juice, fresh orange juice, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper to the glass with honey. Whisk until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Add apple cider vinegar, ginger, and garlic to the glass. Whisk until the ingredients are fully incorporated. Consume the mixture immediately for maximum benefits.
Conclusion
These four drinks can help you stay healthy and warm during the cold winter.