Metabolism Boost Daily Drink

Metabolism Boost Daily Drink

This recipe is PACKED with ingredients that are not only known to help boost your metabolism, but also improve energy levels, decrease bloating, and boost your immune system.

Here are the 5 must-have ingredients in this metabolism booster:

LEMON JUICE

Freshly squeezed lemon juice is rich in Vitamin C, aids digestion, and is packed with antioxidants.

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

A favorite ingredient to include in a healthy diet because it’s good for skin, gut health, and helps manage my Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It’s even been associated with lower insulin resistance and can act as a fat burning appetite suppressant that may aid in weight management.

Make sure it’s raw, unpasteurized apple cider vinegar.

GINGER

Fresh ginger root is pungent, spicy, and has been valued for its health benefits, including inflammation reduction, pain relief, improved regulation of blood sugar (high blood sugar levels is what causes the body to store fat!), lowered cholesterol levels, antibacterial properties, and aid with the effects of nausea.

It’s important to use a fresh knob of ginger.

CINNAMON

You may not think cinnamon has any health benefits because it’s often the star in baked goods but cinnamon has tons of anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatory effects, and is being studied for its ability to control blood glucose levels. Cinnamon is not an ingredient you should skimp on!

CAYENNE PEPPER

Add a zing with a pinch of cayenne pepper or red chili flakes. Chili peppers add an addictive kick to your metabolism booster!

HOW TO MAKE A METABOLISM BOOSTER DRINK

This drink is meant to steep overnight. Try for a Sunday night so you can pour a glass every morning before breakfast.

Ingredients

  • 1 piece ginger (4-inch piece), more if desired
  • 5 cups filtered water
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • 1/2 lemon , juiced
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • pinch chili flakes to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the infused water: Slice ginger into thin slices and add to glass water jug. Pour in filtered water and add cinnamon stick. Place in fridge to steep overnight. (This infused water will keep for one week and last for multiple drinks).
  2. Make the metabolism boost drink: In the morning, add the juice of 1/2 lemon to a juice cup. Add apple cider vinegar and 1 to 2 oz. of the infused water. (Optional to add splashes more water to be more diluted if you find it too strong). Add a pinch cayenne to taste.