Skip the Drug Store, Drink These Cold and Flu Fighters Instead
Kefir Golden Milk
Turmeric is a great anti-inflammatory, which will help with any swollen nasal passages. Pair that with kefir, a probiotic that will assist with stomach inflammation, for a healthy drink that tastes like Fall.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain lowfat kefir
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions:
Whisk together all the ingredients in a bowl. Divide between cups and serve.
Serves 2
CALORIES 120; FAT 2.5g (sat 1g); PROTEIN 6g; CARB 19g; FIBER 0g; SUGARS 17g; CHOL 5mg; SODIUM 135mg
Ginger-ade
Kombucha, a bubbly fermented tea, is a probiotic that will ease the impact antibiotics have on the gut. Ginger adds strong flavor and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ingredients:
- 1 piece peeled ginger
- 2 cups citrus-flavored kombucha (we used Live Kombucha brand)
- 1 lime (use lime and zest)
- 2 sprigs mint
Directions:
Combine all ingredients in a blender. Pulse until well combined. Strain if desired.
Serves 2
CALORIES 60; FAT 0g (sat 0g); PROTEIN 0g; CARB 14g; FIBER 0g; SUGARS 10g; CHOL 0mg; SODIUM 0mg
Super Citrus
The first thing most people do when they get sick is buy a jug of orange juice. Make your own vitamin-C rich concoction to possibly help you get over cold symptoms faster.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup grapefruit juice
- 1 medium orange, peeled
- 1/2 cup chopped pineapple
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until well combined. Strain the pulp through a sieve and divide the juice amongst glasses.
Serves 2
CALORIES 90; FAT 0g (sat 0g); PROTEIN 1g; CARB 23g; FIBER 4g; SUGARS 18g; CHOL 0mg; SODIUM 0mg