Autumn is in full swing here in the Midwest. The golden hues make everyday life stunning. The moment Fall officially arrives, my thoughts are completely obsessed with anything COZY! At the top of the list is deliciously warm drinks. Regrettably, a lot of hot drinks are bad for you and loaded with sugar which adversely affects your immune system. Why when we are heading into cold and flu season do we continue to choose sugary drinks? It doesn’t have to be that way! I am so excited to share with you my very own recipe for DIY Cozy Anti-Inflammatory Tea. It just happens to be healthy, nutritious, and delicious too!
This recipe is Paleo, Keto, Gluten-Free, AIP, sugar-free, dairy-free, and nut-free!
You may be asking yourself why eating an anti-inflammatory diet is important.
Inflammation is a vital part of the immune system’s response to injury and infection. It is the body’s way of signaling the immune system to heal and repair damaged tissue, as well as defend itself against foreign invaders, such as viruses and bacteria.
Without inflammation as a physiological response, wounds would fester, and infections could become deadly.
However, if the inflammatory process goes on for too long or if the inflammatory response occurs in places where it is not needed, it can become problematic. Chronic inflammation has been linked to certain diseases such as heart disease or stroke, and may also lead to autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. However, a healthy diet and lifestyle can help keep inflammation under control. – Live Science
DIY Cozy Anti-Inflammatory Tea
Makes approximately 1 quart
Ingredients
1 cup organic green tea
1/2 cup organic rooibos tea
1/2 cup organic chamomile
1/2 cup organic ground rose hips
1/2 cup pau’ Darco
1 TBS powdered turmeric
1 TBS powdered cinnamon
6 drops of frankincense essential oil
1 drop of fennel essential oil
7 drops cinnamon bark essential oil
2 drops of clove essential oil
1 drop of basil essential oil
3 drops copaiba essential oil
*For a sweeter tea add 1/8 tsp. of stevia or swerve.
*Make sure the essential oils you use are for internal use.
DIRECTIONS
- Combine all ingredients in a glass canning jar. Shake vigorously and store in a dark, dry place.
- For one cup of Cozy Anti-Inflammatory Tea, add 1 tsp into a tea strainer. Pour boiling water into a china cup and let steep for 4 minutes. Learn how to make the perfect pot of herbal tea HERE!
ENJOY!
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Blessings,
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*These statements have not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Pregnant or lactating women and persons with known medical conditions should consult a physician prior to the use of essential oils.
