Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut-Free, Sugar Free
This is a super nourishing, filling and anti-inflammatory elixir! An Elixir is a herbal tea latte to achieve health and vitality. They are very popular in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Traditional Herbalism and Eastern Ayurvedic Medicine. They are used to promote health, longevity and homeostasis (our body in perfect balance).
Inflammation is the start of disease and degeneration. It is true that moderate amounts of inflammation are beneficial to our health but we run into problems with it is uncontrolled, which is the case for the majority of people.
I created this Elixir and have it for breakfast all the time in the winter. It warms me up and keeps me full and satiated all morning long!
Why is this recipe so awesome?!
1. Turmeric + Black Pepper
Turmeric is the star of the show! This is the beautiful anti-inflammatory root that has been shown in studies to reduce inflammation and pain with chronic conditions. This is a beautiful spice to combat inflammation due to autoimmune disease, exercising, exposure to blue-light, stress (perceived, mental, emotional and physical), brain fog and healing from injury or surgeries. We all have inflammation for one reason or another and this spice will help lower it! Black pepper contains a compound called piperine and increases the absorption of turmeric by an incredible 2000%. They are the definition of a power couple!
2. Ceylon Cinnamon
Ceylon cinnamon is known as “true” cinnamon. This warming spice has many health properties but is most known for its ability to help with blood sugar balance. This is not just important for people with diabetes but for everyone. Unbalanced blood sugar causes energy highs and lows, irritability, moodiness, sugar cravings, refined carb cravings, increases inflammation and puts lots of strain on your pancreas! Keeping your blood sugar balanced can have a huge impact on how you feel every day.
3. Gelatinized Maca Root Powder
This adaptogenic herb increases energy, promotes a good mood, reduces stress, supports the endocrine system (hormonal system) and balances the nervous system. Its a powerful herb to restore balance to our body systems.
4. Collagen
Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body. It is needed for all connective tissues such as our hair, skin, nails, joints, gastrointestinal tract, ligaments, tendon, spine and more! This is extremely beneficial for people with digestive issues, autoimmune diseases, arthritis, and for women who are pregnant or post partum. It helps heal and repair the damage in our bodies.
5. Protein
Protein is made up of amino acids and amino acids are the building blocks for our bodies! It is essential to maintain good health, create satiety, heal, repair and recover.
I hope you enjoy this beautiful Elixir that was created to reduce inflammation in the body to support overall health!
Anti-Inflammatory Vanilla Turmeric Elixir
Ingredients
- 350 mL Unsweetened Coconut Milk or any dairy free milk!
- 1 tsp Organic Turmeric Powder you can do add less if you wish
- 2 cracks Black Pepper
- 2 dashes Ground Ginger
- 1 dash Ground Nutmeg
- 3 dashes Ceylon Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Gelatinized Maca Root Powder
- 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Power I recommend Genuine Health
- 1 scoop Collagen Powder
- 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
Instructions
- Warm the coconut milk on the stove in a pot on low to medium heat, stirring occasionally. Warm to desired drinking temperature.
- While the coconut milk is warming, add the rest of the ingredients to your blender.
- Once the coconut milk is warmed to your liking, add the coconut milk to the blender and blend for 30 seconds.
- Pour into your favorite mug and enjoy!