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03-Jan-2010
Beat the Bug
Super Flu Tea Recipe
Swine Flu, Avian Flu, Human Flu—Oh My! What to do when the flu arrives? The most important thing is to build and maintain a strong immune system by eating, moving and thinking in healthful ways on a daily basis. That said, there are times when we could all use a boost to our system to ward off the latest circulating bug. One of those immune boosters is a yogic tonic dubbed “Flu Tea” and marries two unlikely partners: pepper and pomegranate.
Place 2-3 tablespoons of whole black peppercorns in a pot, along with 4-5 cups of water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20 minutes. This is your “peppercorn extract.” You can then store it in a glass jar in the refrigerator to have on hand for your daily drink. In a glass, mix together 1/2 cup of the peppercorn extract with 1/2 cup of pomegranate juice. Drink it hot, cold or room temperature for a super-boost to your immune system and beat whatever flu that comes flying in.
Can also be used in a small daily amount as a cold/flu preventative. 1 tsp per day especially during the seasonal changes.
Do I ever have feed back! Thanks for the suggestion. I had forgotten about this potent recipe.
Since finding it on Yogamint I have been using the pepper/pomegranate tea with great success. While some people very close to me got very sick... I didn't and I am feeling really great and healthy.
Now I have one big cup in the morning and take a whole bottle to work with me...
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