BeveragesGinger, turmeric and orange immunity shot
April 30th, 2022
Is there a better way to start the day than a fresh ginger shot. I have been loving making these at the beginning of the week and having a shot first thing in the morning- they are refreshing, tangy, full of nutritional benefits and a great kick to start the day. These ginger shots are super easy to make, a fraction of the price of store bought immunity shots and made from only 5 simple ingredients; orange, raw ginger, raw turmeric, lemon and black pepper (to help turmeric absorption).
These immunity shots have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, supporting cell health, brain function and support easy digestion.
Oranges have a high vitamin C content (about 53mg per 100g). Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant and prevents cell damage. Oranges also contain calcium, folate and potassium which supports bone health, DNA synthesis and regulate muscle function.
Ginger contains a bioactive component gingerol which has both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger has also been observed to reduces nausea and aids digestion.
Turmeric contains a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ingredient curcumin which also boosts brain derived neurotropic factor (BDNF), which improves memory, attention and brain function. Black pepper can improve turmeric absorption by 2000% (yes you read that right, 2000%) so don’t forgot to include this in recipes with turmeric to get the most out of it (olive oil can also aid absorption).
Lemon also provides a high content of vitamin C (31mg) and is naturally detoxifying and alkalising which promotes digestion and efficient bowel function.
If you love citrusy and spicy flavours, you will LOVE these!! I can’t get enough. If you do give these a go please let me know, I would love for your feedback.
Now.. lets get to the recipe.
Ginger, turmeric and orange immunity shots.
Start your day the refreshing way with these 5 ingredient immunity shots. Quick, easy and all you need is a blender.
Serves: makes about 5 shots
Prep time: 10 minutes
Total time: 10 minutes
Dietaries: Vegan, GF
Ingredients.
100g Orange
30ml Lemon juice
30g Raw ginger
15g Raw turmeric
1/4 tsp Black pepper (to maximise turmeric absorption)
About 60ml water to help blending
Instructions.
Add all the ingredients (except the water) to a blender and blend at high speed.
Gradually add the water to the blender to help the blending.
Strain the mixture into a bowl or pan using a fine mesh sieve or cheese cloth. (leftover pulp from straining can be frozen and is great in smoothies :))
Serve the strained juice in glasses and enjoy fresh or pour into a glass bottle or container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutritional information.
Per 44ml shot
Calories: 25 Carbohydrates: 5.5g fibre: 1.2g, sugar: 2g Total fat: 0.4g saturated: 0.3g, trans fat: 0g, polyunsaturated: 0g, monounsaturated: 0g, cholesterol: 0mg, sodium: 1.9mg Protein: 0.6g Vitamin C: 22.3% Vitamin A: 0.9% Calcium: 1.3% Iron (folate): 7.6% Potassium: 64.8mg
*percentage values are based on the daily needs of a 2000 calorie diet.