Here is a classic ginger wellness shot recipe that you must try this winter. Ginger shots are great for boosting the immune system, reduce nausea, improve digestion and reduce inflammation. These shots are easy to make and does not require a lot of ingredients so get out your blender and lets make some wellness shots. 

What Are Wellness Shots?

Wellness shots are small, concentrated drinks, usually 1–2 ounces that are made from a mixture of nutrient-rich ingredients like fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, and extracts.

They help provide a quick dose of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants for optimal health, boosting the immune system, aiding digestion, and increasing energy levels.

Benefits Of Ginger Shots

Ginger – contains 2 powerful compounds called 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol. Both work by stopping the production of inflammatory compounds and blocking key inflammatory pathways in the body. Ginger also helps with digestion, nausea, and boosts the immune system.

Ginger can also help reduce muscle soreness, lower blood sugar and joint pain, plus help improve brain function.

Cayenne Pepper – gives these shots a kick of heat, and it can also improve circulation and digestion. 

Lemon juice – helps boost the immune system and prevent cell damage and oxidative stress. It’s also a great source of vitamin C and potassium. Adding fresh lemon juice to your wellness shots will also help improve your skin quality and boost collagen production.

Classic Ginger Wellness Shot Recipe

Ingredients for 8 shots | Total time: 20 minutes

• 1 pound of ginger root (washed & chopped)
• 6 lemons (squeezed)
• 1/4 cup of water
• 1/4 cup honey (optional)
• a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

How To Make Ginger Shots

Add the ginger, lemon juice, water, honey, and cayenne pepper into a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. In a clean bowl, strain the ginger juice using a fine sieve or a cheesecloth.

Get your hands in there if using a cheesecloth and squeeze out the juice or use a spoon to press down the pulps if using a sieve to get all the juice.

Pour into little bottles, close tightly and store in the fridge. Drink once every morning.

Ginger Shots Nutrition

Each serving of this ginger shot recipe has | 36 calories | 0.3g total fat | 0.1g total fat | 0mg cholesterol | 2mg sodium | 9.9g total carbs | 1.9g dietary fiber | 4.4g total sugars | 0.9g protein | 19mg calcium | 4% iron | 122mg potassium | These facts are based on a 2000-calorie diet.

Storage

This wellness shot recipe can be stored in the fridge for up to 7 days. Make sure you close the lid of the bottles tightly to preserve all of the oils and nutrients. You can also freeze ginger shots into cubes and use them in your drinks and smoothies.

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Conclusion

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