Whether it is due to the cold weather or the upcoming exam season, this time of year can be rough. Feeling drained and burnt out is completely normal, but there is something you can do about it.
I started making this recipe last year, and it has remained a staple of my morning routine ever since. These detox shots are the perfect way to start your day, providing an amazing energy boost that will wake up your body and mind. The natural ingredients used in this recipe are a source of major health benefits, including improved digestion, cognitive function and gut health.
This is what you’ll need to beat the winter blues: A cutting board, a bowl, a blender, a knife, shot glasses, a small ginger root, three lemons, one orange, one fourth teaspoon of turmeric powder, one tablespoon of honey and one eighth teaspoon of cayenne.
Start by washing your ginger root and roughly chopping it with the peel on. Set this aside and cut your lemons in half, juicing them into a separate bowl and adding the juice to a blender with your ginger.
Use the back of your knife to slide the orange off your cutting board and into the blender, along with any additional juice. Finally, add a spoonful of honey and spices. Turn your blender on medium speed for 30 seconds or until smooth. Distribute the juice mixture evenly amongst your shot glasses and store in the fridge.
Personally, I ordered a four-pack of juice shot bottles from Amazon for $15. It’s a great investment if you plan on making these regularly, since they have leak-proof lids which will maximize freshness. Plus, they offer a convenient means of storage and portion control.
As an alternative, you can use regular shot glasses and seal them with plastic wrap or store the liquid in a resealable cup that can be used to pour individual servings. I recommend taking your juice shot first thing in the morning with a glass of water, to improve mental performance and cleanse your gut.
If you continue taking these shots, you’ll begin to notice benefits over time, such as reduced bloating, brighter skin, increased energy levels and improved immunity.
If you’re feeling under the weather, looking for a way to spice up your mornings, or otherwise exhausted this recipe is calling your name.
Channel your inner Spice Girl and let’s get making.
