At the peak of seasonal flu season, keeping your immune system strong is not always an easy mission. In social networks, there are no shortage of trends that seem to keep colds, flu, and other viruses that circulate this period at bay.
On TikTok, a quick search for "immunity cubes" generates many videos with hundreds of thousands of likes. Different people make immunity cubes in different ways, they tend to have the same ingredients and preparation method.
@moribyan Immunity Cubes! I also love buying mini bottles and turning them into immunity shots ? 5 minute recipe!
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Immunity Cubes are so named because they are frozen cubes that help boost the immune system and overall health, according to nutritionist Frances Largeman-Roth.
Do they really work? Immunity cubes can help strengthen the immune system. These are all fantastic ingredients to support immune health. Ginger can fight nausea and has anti-inflammatory properties, which help reduce pain. Turmeric has been known for centuries for its health benefits. Vitamin C, found in oranges, lemons and coconuts, directly affects your health.
Honey also has many health benefits, such as soothing sore throats and good gut health thanks to its prebiotic properties.
How to make immunity cubes? Mix one lemon (sliced), one teaspoon turmeric, one teaspoon black pepper, three pieces of raw ginger, 1/3 cup honey, one orange (sliced), 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1/ 2 cups of water. Put all these ingredients in a blender, then strain and add to the ice cubes. Freeze and then add to smoothies, tea or hot water as desired.
Source: Today