Three Healing Elixirs to Nurture Body and Soul in Winter

Winter is upon us. Here are three healing elixirs that will help calm a sore throat, balance your belly, and make you smile. Our popular Savannah Winter harem pants are back in stock just in time for the colder temperatures!

Sore Throat Soother

If you are sick and have a sore throat, this little elixir will boost your immune system back to health. Vegans, swap out the honey for maple syrup.

1/3 cup apple cider vinegar

1/3 cup lemon juice

2 inches fresh ginger root, sliced

1 ½ cups filtered water

2T raw honey, (or maple syrup)

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

In a small saucepan, cook the vinegar, lemon juice, ginger root, and water over low heat for about 10 minutes. Heat to your preferred temperature for drinking.  Strain into a mug, add the honey and cayenne. Drink immediately, while hot, so you don’t lose the medicinal benefits.

Balanced Belly

Great after a big meal, this elixir can also be used to prevent, or lessen, an upset stomach.

2 cups filtered water

1 inch piece fresh ginger root, sliced thin

½ tsp fennel seeds

½ tsp cardamom powder

1 Tblsp dried lemon balm

1 tsp dried orange peel

Bring water to boil in a teakettle. Place all the herbs in a teapot or glass jar. Pour the boiling water over herbs. Steep for 5 minutes. Strain and serve. Add more water for a second brew.

The BEST Hot Chocolate

This chocolate elixir makes life worth living!

½ cup Almond Milk

3 Tblsp raw cacao powder

1 ½ tsp lucuma powder

1 ½ tsp maca powder

1/8 tsp shilajit extract powder

1 tsp Vanilla extract

1 ½ Tblsp raw honey

Dash of cinnamon

1 ½ cups hot water

Combine ingredients in your favorite mug, fill with hot water and enjoy!