Moroccan Immunity Tea
Much is still unknown about the novel corona virus and how long will it take to develop a vaccine. In the meantime, while waiting on the miracle cure, there are things we can do to boost our immune system and protect ourselves from getting sick. I believe if we follow the safety guidelines provided by the CDC, as well as keep a diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber then we give the virus no chance. As my mother used to say “prevention is the best protection.” In the coming weeks I will be sharing a recipe for a home remedy that will help to boost your immune system and overall health.
Background
Growing up in the mountains of North Africa the climate can be harsh— cold frigid winters and burning hot summers. Mint tea is a traditional popular hot drink in Morocco and it is consumed every day; a few times throughout the day. Basic tea is made by steeping green tea with mint leaves and organic raw sugar as a sweetener. But during the winter my family’s morning breakfast tea was no ordinary mint tea, added to it were a few magical ingredients to help strengthen our immune system against the winter cold or flu.
This tea will give you a boost of warmth and energy due to the antioxidants vitamins and anti-inflammatory components found in the ginger, mint, anise star, lemon, honey, fennel.
Turmeric, fennel, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, mint and star anise in some clinical studies have been shown to break down mucus which makes it easier for your body to remove the mucus from it’s airway and help relieve coughing and improve your ability to breathe. In addition to their respiratory benefits, these spices combined together do wonders for your immunity due their nutrients contents , antioxidants and anti-inflammatory abilities.
> Early Morning Boost
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Amina Hone |04.16.20
prep time: 15 min
cook time: 15 min
total time: 30 min
> Servings: 2
> Ingredients:
Two Mint Sprigs
One Whole Clove (ground if you can)
One Whole Star Anise
One Cinnamon Stick
1 tsp fennel
1 tsp turmeric fresh or ground
1 tsp Freshly grated ginger
2 TBSP fresh lemon juice/ or 1/2 lemon juiced
Raw Honey (organic is preferred) to taste
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Instructions:
Bring water to boil in a tea kettle with tea strainer or on pot over stove, put all the ingredients except honey in a tea pot or a mug, pour the hot water over the tea and sweeten with honey. Let it sit for a few minutes. Strain and drink hot or warm.
**Disclaimer The content of this blog is not intended to heal those who have existing medical conditions or to give medical advice. If you have any health issues, please contact your health professional.
