PCOS Anti-Inflammatory Tonic: Apple Cider Vinegar & Turmeric Elixir
Nutrition per Serving
35
Calories
0.5g
Protein
8.5g
Carbs
0.2g
Fat
A science-backed tonic combining raw apple cider vinegar, anti-inflammatory turmeric, and metabolism-boosting ginger to help regulate blood sugar, reduce inflammation, and support overall hormone balance for women with PCOS.
Ingredients
- 1 cup filtered water (240 ml)
- 1-2 tablespoons raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar with "the mother" (15-30 ml)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (15 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric or 1 inch fresh turmeric root, grated (1.5 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger or 1/2 inch fresh ginger root, grated (1 g)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon (0.5 g)
- 1 pinch black pepper (essential for turmeric absorption)
- 1 teaspoon raw honey or monk fruit sweetener (optional, for taste) (5 g)
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon (for added blood sugar support)
Instructions
1. Heat the water until warm but not boiling (about 120°F/50°C) - boiling water will destroy beneficial enzymes in the apple cider vinegar.
2. If using fresh turmeric and ginger, peel and finely grate them using a microplane or the smallest holes on a cheese grater.
3. Add the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper to the warm water.
4. Stir vigorously until all ingredients are well combined. A small whisk works best for this.
5. Allow the mixture to steep for 3-5 minutes to extract maximum benefits from the spices.
6. If desired, add honey or monk fruit sweetener and stir until dissolved.
7. Pour into a glass and drink immediately, ideally 15-20 minutes before a meal for best blood sugar support.
8. Note: The turmeric will settle to the bottom, so stir occasionally while drinking or use a straw that reaches the bottom of the glass.
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