Digestion-Boosting Spice-Infused Elixir
Sure, here's that recipe, rewritten in the style of Serious Eats.
This Ayurvedic-inspired elixir is a delicious and effective way to boost your digestion. The spices in this recipe have been used for centuries to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and promote overall health. Ginger is a powerful digestive aid that can help to relieve gas, bloating, and nausea. Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory that can help to reduce pain and swelling in the gut. Cinnamon is a warming spice that can help to improve circulation and digestion. Black pepper helps to increase the absorption of the other spices. Honey is a natural sweetener that can help to soothe the stomach. Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C, which is an important antioxidant for overall health.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1/4 lemon, juiced (optional)
Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, combine the water, ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Strain the mixture into a mug and stir in the honey or maple syrup, if desired.
  4. Add a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
  5. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The spices in this recipe work together to improve digestion, reduce inflammation, and promote overall health.
  • Ginger is a powerful digestive aid that can help to relieve gas, bloating, and nausea.
  • Turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory that can help to reduce pain and swelling in the gut.
  • Cinnamon is a warming spice that can help to improve circulation and digestion.
  • Black pepper helps to increase the absorption of the other spices.
  • Honey is a natural sweetener that can help to soothe the stomach.
  • Lemon juice is a good source of vitamin C, which is an important antioxidant for overall health.