It’s summertime, I am just going about my business and we are scheduled to leave for our summer road trip adventure in a few days…and I get COVID!
Ugh, I wish Covid would go away already! I am just glad it appears to be less severe and it’s on its way to becoming endemic, (like a common cold).
I am feeling pretty lousy, low-grade fever, body aches, stuffy nose, cough…the works. I know I have to let it run its course.
But there are things I can do to help my body’s natural healing ability. Here is what I do to support myself when I am sick
Getting Plenty of Sleep – Sleep is when your immune system reboots and rejuvenates. This is always important, but especially when your body is trying to heal.
Drink Plenty of Water – Your body needs extra fluids when you are sick to help detoxify and support your increased metabolic needs.
Black Tea and Green Tea – Tea is a massive source of antioxidants and fluids.
Feel Good Honey – This is my own recipe to help boost my immune system with herbs in a really delicious way. It contains some immune boosting herbs!
- Turmeric – Boost Immunity, reduces inflammation
- Black Pepper – supports the active bioactive Curcumin in tumeric
- Ginger – Boosts immunity, reduces inflammation, helps with nausea and GI upset
- Cinnamon – has antioxidant, antibiotic, and anti-inflammatory properties
- 1 cup of Organic Local Honey
- 2 Tbsp Organic Turmeric (dried)
- 2 Tbsp Organic Cinnamon (dried)
- 1 Tbsp Organic Ginger (dried)
- ½ Tbsp Organic fresh ground black pepper
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined.
- Put the mixture into an air tight container for use. Or divide into smaller containers to give out to people you love!
- Use a spoonful in coffee, tea, or hot water when you are starting to feel ill. Or take a spoonful by mouth if desired.
- Is safe for adult and children (except babies <1yo because of the honey), consult your doctor if you have any immune disorders or medical problems.
