Turmeric-Ginger Tonic With Chia Seeds - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Recipe by Andy Baraghani
Never underestimate black peppercorns! Their heat sneaks up on you in this turmeric tonic.
Ingredients
- 1 (4-inch) piece peeled ginger, coarsely chopped
- 1 4-inch piece peeled turmeric, coarsely chopped, or 1/2 teaspoon dried turmeric
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Club soda (for serving)
- Thyme sprigs (for serving; optional)
Instructions
- Blend ginger, turmeric, honey, lime juice, black peppercorns, and 3 cups water in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl. Stir in chia seeds and let sit until seeds begin to swell, 8 –10 minutes.
- Divide tonic among ice-filled glasses. Top off with club soda and garnish with thyme sprigs, if desired.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Honey, Chia Seeds.
Honey, often hailed as a superfood, possesses a wealth of nutritional benefits that make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. With a glycemic index (GI) of 55 for one tablespoon, honey is considered a moderate GI food. This means it does not spike blood sugar levels as high or as quickly as high-GI foods, making it a better choice for maintaining steady energy levels and supporting overall health. Rich in antioxidants, including phenolic acids and flavonoids, honey offers protective benefi...
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