By now you have probably run into those tiny little bottles of juice lined up on the shelves of health food stores. Ginger wellness shots are everywhere and if you have ever had one you know that they are no joke. The super concentrated shots are touted as convenient little boosts that go down fast and are quickly absorbed by your body.
It’s a concentrated drink made of fresh ginger, pineapple, lemon juice and coconut water. It’s a small drink, so it’s meant to be taken in one gulp, or a couple of sips. Because it’s so concentrated, it has a strong and intense flavor.
This spicy little elixir is what I reach for when my digestion needs a little extra TLC and it packs a serious punch. Luckily, it’s so easy to make your own homemade ginger shots and add them to your morning routine whenever you need one. Just add the ingredients to a blender, strain and drink.
Here is why your belly will love it:
Pineapple boasts anti-inflammatory properties thanks to bromelain and is also known for its role in breaking down foods and improving digestion.
Ginger provides various health benefits, including relieving nausea and indigestion, reducing inflammation and pain, and improving blood sugar levels and cholesterol. Its active compound, gingerol, possesses antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that contribute to these effects by helping to manage free radicals and promote gastrointestinal motility.
Ginger can be consumed in various forms to support overall well-being and aid in digestive health. It can be used as an immune system boost as well.
Lemons offer numerous health benefits, primarily due to their high content of Vitamin C, potassium, and beneficial plant compounds. Key advantages include boosting the immune system, supporting heart health and controlling blood pressure, improving digestion, promoting healthy skin and wound healing, and potentially aiding in weight management.
Put them all together in one convenient shot and you have yourself a powerful and pleasantly spicy smooth tonic to boost your wellbeing. The ginger is warm and spicy, the lemon tangy and tart, and the pineapple sweet and tart.
Easy and affordable to make: Although there are many store branded versions of ginger shots, making a ginger shot homemade uses only 6 simple affordable ingredients.
This basic ginger shot recipe can be tailored to your preferences by adding additional nourishing ingredients.
Honey: Adding raw honey can help balance the spicy heat of the ginger shot.
Turmeric and black pepper: Ginger and fresh turmeric are often paired together in a ginger turmeric shot to reduce pain and inflammation.
Carrot ginger: Add one medium carrot that has been washed and dried (no need to peel). The natural sweetness adds a balancing flavor to the intensity of the ginger.
Spinach with green apple: Add one cup of spinach leaves and one cored and chopped green apple.
Add-ins: Additional flavor mix-ins could include freshly squeezed orange juice or lime juice.
Ginger shots are one of the latest wellness trends to go mainstream, with the spicy drinks now readily stocked in the aisles many stores. It’s clear why: a small shot of this fiery juice seems to be a simple hack we can all make to feel better.
It’s refreshing, nutrient packed and it’s more affordable than purchasing store-bought. All you need for this wellness drink is fresh ginger and lemon, coconut water and a pinch of cayenne pepper; it’s small but intense!
Pineapple Lemon Ginger Wellness Shots
Ingredients
- 1/4 pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2-3 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1 lemon, juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender. Blend everything together until smooth.Place a mesh strainer over a bowl or measuring cup and pour the liquid over the sieve. Press the pulp with a spoon or small glass to squeeze all the liquid out of it.Pour the liquid into small glasses or transfer to a small sealed glass container. Keep refrigerated. It will last for about 3-4 days stored in the fridge. Stir before drinking. To store: Keep the strained juice in an airtight container or pitcher and refrigerate for up to 3 days. To freeze: Pour the ginger shot juice into ice cube trays and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen cubes to a ziplock bag and freeze for up to 1 month. Let as many cubes as you need thaw in the fridge overnight, then drink the next day!
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