Daily Detox: Lemon, Turmeric & Black Pepper
Jumpstart your day with this super elixir of vitality
Written by Jessica Fields
When thinking of the best way to jump start your morning and boost your productivity, the first thought that may pop into your mind is a good cup of coffee. Starting the day with coffee, be it hot or iced, is a ritual that has been ingrained and embraced by most of us. But beginning your morning with lemon water, a drink that detoxifies and rehydrates you, will do more for your body, mind and productivity than your daily espresso.
A morning routine of a glass of lemon water alone has been known to have many health benefits. Lemon juice naturally aids in digestion and liver function by stimulating digestive juices and flushing out toxins. Like many of your other favorite citrus fruits, lemons are a great source of vitamins and key minerals that boost your immunity. So making a habit of drinking lemon water every morning can help improve your overall health. But there is more to gain from this simple super fruit, and all you need to do is add turmeric.
Just like lemons turmeric on its own houses an array of health benefits. The bright yellow spice is composed of a powerful compound called curcumin, which is a natural anti-inflammatory agent. And adding just a bit of turmeric to your morning lemon water can greatly increase and improve the health properties of the two. But there is yet another way to gain more from this morning drink. The addition of black pepper may sound questionable but it further enhances the power of turmeric turning your generic glass of lemon water into a full on wellness elixir. Black pepper contains an organic compound called piperine that aids in the absorption of curcumin. Combining a few shakes of black pepper with turmeric will enrich its anti-inflammatory abilities. Together these 3 pantry staples compose a wildly powerful shot of health that has proven to be a great way to start your morning. Getting into a routine that includes lemon water, turmeric and black pepper in the morning may be some ways down the road for you, but the path to better health comes with ease. Try creating this super elixir with warm water (to best dissolve the spices) and a spoonful of honey to balance the flavor.
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