Cooling Down Our Bodies & The Earth

As the fires continue to burn in California, I can't help but think about the parallel between our hot earth and our overheated bodies. When we transition out of summer, we naturally start to prepare for the cooler season ahead and begin craving warming foods like soups and stews.

With the unseasonably high temperatures, our bodies are not being given the signals that it's time for fall and therefore we remain in a hot Pitta state. This can result in imbalances like inflammation, skin rashes, and irritability. Our immunity is also compromised due to the smokey air, making us vulnerable for the flu season ahead. 

This Aloe & Ginger Refresher is an amazing remedy during these times! It's a juicy blend of citrus, aloe, and ginger. Aloe helps us cool down internally without feeling the need to consume iced drinks or cold smoothies that are counterproductive to digestive balance. Aloe also has many natural benefits - it's hydrating, aids in weight loss, and delivers good bacteria into our microbiome. The combination of citrus and ginger is immunity boosting.

Aloe & Ginger Refresher

Makes one serving

Ingredients

1 ounce organic liquid aloe vera
1 ounce ginger juice *optional
Juice of one whole lemon or lime
Pinch of Himalayan pink salt
16oz room temp filtered water

Directions

Blend all ingredients on high. Enjoy!

Ginger Juice

6" fresh organic ginger

8oz filtered water 

Directions

Blend ginger and water in a high speed blender until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth. Push the liquid with the back of a spoon into a glass jar. Keep in the fridge for up to a week.