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January 21, 2015 by alittlerosemary

Garlic+Ginger+Lemon Elixir- Feel Better ASAP!

Using items you probably already have sitting at home in your pantry, making a simple but effective natural cold remedy is easier than you think!

 

Garlic+Ginger+Lemon Elixer- Feel Better ASAP!

This is a quick drink that whenever I start to get sick or notice a cold starting to creep in, I jump into action and make immediately and I’ve found it really helps!

But just for good measure and to be safe I’ll add in my little disclaimer- I am not a doctor so if you are seriously ill, should go see your doctor immediately!

Now with that done and over with, I swear by this drink. Because I really dislike taking OTC and prescription medication unless absolutely necessary I try to drink it right when I start to notice I’m feeling “off” and will usually drink it a few more times over the next few days (once a day- sometimes twice- for the next 2-3 days) to try and stop the cold in its tracks.

The key ingredient is fresh raw garlic.

Garlic

And let me tell you- that stuff can be rough when you deal with it raw.

Ginger is also incredibly important but I love ginger.

A little too much. But if you aren’t into raw ginger, again, this drink is going to be rough. Garlic, ginger and cayenne are all considered “warming” ingredients- garlic and ginger specifically are have also been found to have natural anti-bacterial properties which can help ward off colds.

Garlic+Ginger+Lemon Elixer- Feel Better ASAP!

Garlic+ Ginger+ Lemon Elixer- Feel Better ASAP!

Garlic

Garlic+ Ginger+ Lemon Elixer- Feel Better ASAP!

Garlic+ Ginger+ Lemon Elixer- Feel Better ASAP!

When it comes to making raw home remedies, I always try to get the ingredients organic, or as close as I can get organic since they aren’t being cooked. After all, why add extra toxins to your body when you’re drinking this to get better?

Garlic + Ginger + Lemon Elixer- Feel Better ASAP!

 

Garlic+Ginger+Lemon Elixir

Makes 1

2 inches of Ginger

1-2 Garlic Cloves

1 Lemon

Cayenne (optional)

Peel garlic and remove outer peel from lemon.

Juice ginger, garlic and lemon. Sprinkle cayenne on top, if using.

Take as a shot and follow up with a big glass of water!

Feel better!

If you like this post you might also like my post for a Honey and Fresh Ginger Tincture!



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Hey there- I'm Kelsey! I'm a has-been big city living, bodybuilding, all-or-nothing kind of gal who is currently enjoying a slower life in a small town off the Chesapeake Bay. I try to travel as much as possible and adore food. I am currently working towards becoming a Registered Dietician. Read More…

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