5 Different Blends You Can Make With Honey, ACV And Ginger For Dozens Of Health Benefits
Sabtu, 25 Februari 2017
It is well known that honey possesses numerous health benefits. Besides being delicious, this sweet and sticky fluid can significantly improve your health. It is a great source of flavonoids, antioxidants that can reduce the risk of numerous serious diseases, including heart disease and cancer. Honey has the ability to boost endurance and significantly reduce muscle fatigue.
Moreover, it has powerful antifungal and anti-bacterial properties which can help in relieving a cough or a sore throat and in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders
We have 5 different honey infusion recipes that are extremely beneficial and will improve your overall health.
Lemon Honey Infusion
This honey infusion is extremely beneficial for reducing cold symptoms. The honey has the ability to soothe all forms of irritation while the lemon reduces phlegm.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
1 tablespoon of grated lemon zest
Tea Bags
Glass Jar with Lid
Cutting Board
Measuring Cups
Knife
Double boiler
How to prepare:
You should wash the lemon well before grating the zest to prevent bacteria from entering the honey. Then, place the lemon zest inside a tea bag. This will allow the honey to soak in the aromatic flavors. If you want to boost the flavor, you can also add a few slices of lemon.
Next, set up your double boil and pour the honey into it. Add the lemon tea bag to the honey and heat the honey until it reaches a temperature of 185 degrees F. Let it steep at this temperature for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the honey from the boiler to a bowl. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes then remove the bag from the honey. Pour the honey into a sterilized jar and screw on the lid. You should consume the honey within 4-5 days.
Cinnamon-Honey Infusion
This cinnamon-honey infusion is extremely healthy because cinnamon is abundant with antioxidants. This super-healthy honey infusion can even be spread on toast. According to recent studies, this infusion can be used for treating a number of health problems including diabetes, Alzheimer’s, Toenail Fungus, Parkinson’s stomach flu, and Candida. Moreover, it can be used to clear sinuses and congestions. The combination of ginger and honey can reduce the levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
4-6 sticks of cinnamon
a pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
How to prepare:
You should put the cinnamon sticks and the honey into a double boiler. Let the cinnamon steep in the honey for 2 hours. Remove the honey from the heat. If you want to remove the cinnamon from the honey, you should pour it through a small strainer. Store the infusion in a glass jar and consume it within 4-5 days.
Ginger-Honey Infusion
Ginger is used in Ayurvedic medicine due to its ability to clear sinuses and improve digestion. It this infusion, the ginger will also help you get rid of toxins and will boost your blood circulation.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
1 tablespoon of fresh ginger root, peeled and julienned
How to prepare:
You should pour the honey into a double boiler and add the ginger. Heat the honey until it reaches a temperature of 185 degrees F. Let it steep at this temperature for 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the heat and leave it to cool for 10 minutes. You can strain the infusion immediately or leave it for 2 weeks in a glass jar with a tightly fastened lid. However, it is recommended to consume the honey within 4-5 days.
Clove-Honey
Many experts claim that cloves have an ability to reduce toothaches. You should place a few cloves in your mouth and moisten them with saliva until they soften. Then, gently grind the cloves between your non-painful molars so you can release their pain-relieving oil. The honey, on the other hand, is used to keep the bad bacteria out.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
7 whole cloves
How to prepare:
Pour the honey into a double boiler, add the cloves into it and heat the mixture until it reaches a temperature of 185 degrees F. Let it infuse for 2 hours. In a case you want to infuse it longer, you can do so for 4-5 weeks. Next, you should strain the mixture and place it in an airtight container. Consume it within 4-5 days.
Apple Cider Vinegar-Honey Infusion
Apple cider vinegar is another ingredient that can be combined with honey. It has the ability to neutralize the body’s pH and can help in the treatment of a sore throat and upset stomach.
The only downside of the ACV-honey infusion is that it is not as sweet as the others.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
3 tablespoons of ACV
How to prepare:
Pour the apple cider vinegar into a saucepan and add the honey. Place on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring thoroughly. Then, pour the mixture into a glass jar and let it sit for 2 hours. You should consume within 4-5 days.
Storage
You should store the mixtures in a cool place. They shouldn’t be exposed to direct sunlight. Also, make sure that the jars are tightly covered!
Moreover, it has powerful antifungal and anti-bacterial properties which can help in relieving a cough or a sore throat and in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders
We have 5 different honey infusion recipes that are extremely beneficial and will improve your overall health.
Lemon Honey Infusion
This honey infusion is extremely beneficial for reducing cold symptoms. The honey has the ability to soothe all forms of irritation while the lemon reduces phlegm.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
1 tablespoon of grated lemon zest
Tea Bags
Glass Jar with Lid
Cutting Board
Measuring Cups
Knife
Double boiler
How to prepare:
You should wash the lemon well before grating the zest to prevent bacteria from entering the honey. Then, place the lemon zest inside a tea bag. This will allow the honey to soak in the aromatic flavors. If you want to boost the flavor, you can also add a few slices of lemon.
Next, set up your double boil and pour the honey into it. Add the lemon tea bag to the honey and heat the honey until it reaches a temperature of 185 degrees F. Let it steep at this temperature for 10 minutes. Then, transfer the honey from the boiler to a bowl. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes then remove the bag from the honey. Pour the honey into a sterilized jar and screw on the lid. You should consume the honey within 4-5 days.
Cinnamon-Honey Infusion
This cinnamon-honey infusion is extremely healthy because cinnamon is abundant with antioxidants. This super-healthy honey infusion can even be spread on toast. According to recent studies, this infusion can be used for treating a number of health problems including diabetes, Alzheimer’s, Toenail Fungus, Parkinson’s stomach flu, and Candida. Moreover, it can be used to clear sinuses and congestions. The combination of ginger and honey can reduce the levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
4-6 sticks of cinnamon
a pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
How to prepare:
You should put the cinnamon sticks and the honey into a double boiler. Let the cinnamon steep in the honey for 2 hours. Remove the honey from the heat. If you want to remove the cinnamon from the honey, you should pour it through a small strainer. Store the infusion in a glass jar and consume it within 4-5 days.
Ginger-Honey Infusion
Ginger is used in Ayurvedic medicine due to its ability to clear sinuses and improve digestion. It this infusion, the ginger will also help you get rid of toxins and will boost your blood circulation.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
1 tablespoon of fresh ginger root, peeled and julienned
How to prepare:
You should pour the honey into a double boiler and add the ginger. Heat the honey until it reaches a temperature of 185 degrees F. Let it steep at this temperature for 10 minutes. Then, remove it from the heat and leave it to cool for 10 minutes. You can strain the infusion immediately or leave it for 2 weeks in a glass jar with a tightly fastened lid. However, it is recommended to consume the honey within 4-5 days.
Clove-Honey
Many experts claim that cloves have an ability to reduce toothaches. You should place a few cloves in your mouth and moisten them with saliva until they soften. Then, gently grind the cloves between your non-painful molars so you can release their pain-relieving oil. The honey, on the other hand, is used to keep the bad bacteria out.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
7 whole cloves
How to prepare:
Pour the honey into a double boiler, add the cloves into it and heat the mixture until it reaches a temperature of 185 degrees F. Let it infuse for 2 hours. In a case you want to infuse it longer, you can do so for 4-5 weeks. Next, you should strain the mixture and place it in an airtight container. Consume it within 4-5 days.
Apple Cider Vinegar-Honey Infusion
Apple cider vinegar is another ingredient that can be combined with honey. It has the ability to neutralize the body’s pH and can help in the treatment of a sore throat and upset stomach.
The only downside of the ACV-honey infusion is that it is not as sweet as the others.
Ingredients:
1 cup of honey
3 tablespoons of ACV
How to prepare:
Pour the apple cider vinegar into a saucepan and add the honey. Place on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring thoroughly. Then, pour the mixture into a glass jar and let it sit for 2 hours. You should consume within 4-5 days.
Storage
You should store the mixtures in a cool place. They shouldn’t be exposed to direct sunlight. Also, make sure that the jars are tightly covered!