Tuesday, February 27, 2007

Kick a Germ Cocktail

Happy Flu and Cold Season!

With all the odd weather we have been having, you or someone close to you may be catch a cold or the flu. Here is a recipe for a wonderful wellness elixer!

If you feel you are coming down with a bug try this right away. Take a hot bath or shower. Wrap yourself in a comfie robe. And then drink this concoction in bed.
These are the ingredients:
  • Three sliced lemons
  • One teaspoon of freshly grated ginger
  • One clove of minced or crushed garlic
  • One quater teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • Five cups of water
Add everything to the water and simmer until the lemons are pale and soft. Strain and pour into a mug. Add honey!

These ingredients have antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties.

Other ways to boost your immune system during this season:
  • Get more sleep.
  • Take your vitamins.
  • Soak in a warm bath infused with apple cider vinegar or baking soda to pull the toxins out of your body.
  • Add garlic to your meals.
  • Breath....Relax... Laugh
  • Get a massage
  • Get an Acupuncture Tune-Up
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Author: Jeanie Marie Kraft, L.Ac. MyAcuDoc.com

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