Cleanse Gut Health Shots with Ginger

Quick and easy Gut Health Shots with apples, lemon, ginger, coconut water, and apple cider vinegar to boost digestion and reduce inflammation.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Many prioritize cutting calories when beginning a diet, yet gut health often gets neglected, even though it plays a key role in immunity. One area of biochemistry I'm particularly interested in is the microbiome. These tiny microbes in our gastrointestinal tract are crucial for our overall health. Over 70% of our immune system is believed to reside in the gut.
• Have you ever wondered where these tiny microbes, like bacteria and fungi, come from? Our diet and lifestyle influence them. Our immune system and microbiome interact closely, making it crucial to nurture beneficial and diverse microbes in our gut. Eating animal products, processed foods, sugar, and saturated fats can significantly reduce this diversity.
• It's well known that beneficial microbes thrive on fiber, a complex carbohydrate we can't digest. The best sources of fiber are plant-based foods, like vegetables and fresh fruits. Along with eating a varied diet rich in plants, you can further support gut health with these apple and ginger shots.
• I first discovered these shots at Whole Foods, and after trying them a few times, I realized I could easily make them at home. I typically drink about 30 ml first thing in the morning to boost my gut before breakfast and coffee.

Ingredients You'll Need in This Gut Cleanse Shot

• 2 apples, cored and chopped-Rich in fiber, especially pectin, apples are excellent for feeding beneficial gut bacteria and helping to maintain a healthy digestive system.
• Freshly squeezed lemon juice-Lemons, thanks to their natural acidity and alkalizing properties, are essential for enhancing digestion and aiding the body's detoxification.
• 12 grams fresh ginger root, peeled - Ginger, with its potent anti-inflammatory properties, helps calm the digestive tract and reduce gut inflammation, making it a powerful digestive aid.
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (added after blending) - This fermented liquid supports healthy digestion and fosters a balanced gut microbiome, thanks to its acetic acid content.
• ¼ cup coconut water - Coconut water is a hydrating, mineral-rich beverage that acts as a natural electrolyte solution, aiding in fluid balance and digestive health.

How to Prepare These Gut Health Shots

• Blend the Ingredients:
  • Place the apples, lemon, ginger, and coconut water into a blender.
  • Blend on high until the mixture is smooth.
• Strain the Mixture:
  • Pour the blended mixture through a mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.
  • Discard the solids.
• Add Apple Cider Vinegar:
  • Stir in the apple cider vinegar into the strained liquid.
• Serve:
  • Pour the liquid into small shot glasses or jars. Each serving should be approximately 30 ml.
  • This recipe makes about 230 ml, which is enough for eight servings.
• Storage:
  • Store in the refrigerator and consume within 7 days for the best freshness.

Serving Suggestions 

• Optimal times to enjoy these shots include in the morning or before meals. 
• For best results in promoting gut health, consider incorporating them into your daily routine several times a week. 
• Pairing the shots with healthy habits, such as a balanced breakfast or a post-workout snack, can enhance their benefits and support your overall wellness journey. 

Other Ways to Naturally Boost Immunity 

• Try my Turmeric Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie
• Enjoy this Ginger and Spinach Apple Celery Smoothie
• You'll love this summery Orange Tropical Smoothie
• Elevate your breakfast routine with this Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
• Stock your pantry with these 8 Healthy Staples

Wrapping Up

These Gut Refresher Shots are an easy way to help digestion and boost overall health. Fiber, anti-inflammatory ingredients, and hydrating coconut water naturally boost your healthy gut (without added sugar) while providing good bacteria. Try drinking them in the morning or before meals to see how they make you feel. Give this recipe a go, and let me know how it works! 

Craving more tasty anti-inflammatory and gut-healthy recipes? Give my popular turmeric shots a try-you'll love it! 

Do you know what clean eating and an anti-inflammatory diet have in common? Clean eating and the anti-inflammatory diet perfectly match, emphasizing whole, natural, and minimally processed foods that support overall health and reduce inflammation. Discover more about the anti-inflammatory diet here!

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