Homemade Fire Cider |
| 2 c | |
| 1/4 c | |
| 10 clove | |
| 3 tbsp | |
| 1/2 c | |
| 3 inch | |
| 1 tbsp | |
| 3 inch | |
| 1 whole | |
| 1 tsp | |
| 1/4 tsp |
1. Shred the fresh ginger, horseradish, and turmeric.
2. Coarsely chop the onion, jalapenos, and cloves of garlic.
3. Juice the lemon and grate zest.
4. Combine with all other ingredients (except honey) in a large mason jar.
5. Place a piece of parchment paper between the fire cider and the lid of the mason jar to prevent the vinegar from eating away the lid.
6. Cover tightly and place in a dark place for 2-4 weeks.
7. When it is ready, shake vigorously and strain liquid into a clean jar.
8. Add honey to taste.
With searing hot jalapenos, piquant ginger, and tart apple cider vinegar, this bold tonic revs up all your senses at once. Its distinctive tangy taste will add some much needed zest and pizzazz to your day. Be warned, this powerful ferment is quite intense. You don't need much of this potent tonic to gain the benefits. Make sure to wash your hands after making this one - it is the last thing you want to get near your eyes!
Its diaphoretic qualities increase sweating, and can help the body "sweat out" a cold or flu. It opens the pores which can help reduce a low grade fever. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, this is known as "opening the exterior" for the pathogen to be expelled. This tonic, based off an old folk remedy, is antibacterial and antiviral, helping kill certain harmful pathogens in the gut without disrupting the balance of healthy bacteria. It is also known to maintain the balance of bacteria around the throat too, warding off painful, scratchy throats. To enhance the throat soothing effects, add 10 whole cloves to the recipe.
You can say goodbye to seasonal allergies and congestion when you introduce fire cider to your home remedy reserve. The pungent taste liquefies and decongests excess mucus in both the digestive system (kledaka kapha) and upper respiratory tract (avalambaka kapha), meaning you feel less congested and can breathe easier.
The pungency of this tonic is particularly beneficial for Kapha types, increasing their sluggish digestion and metabolism (mandagni). The sourness of this tonic strongly stimulates the flow of bile, helping you digest fat more efficiently and aid weight loss. Bile has a laxative effect, and regulating bile flow will help ensure regular elimination. This fire cider is a fermented tonic. Ferments are pre-digested by bacteria and are easily absorbed in the digestive tract. This, combined with its sour and pungent taste, revs up metabolism of all the tissues (dhatu agni).
Fresh ginger and turmeric stimulate digestion without aggravating acidity. Turmeric is a rich source of curcumin, a bright yellow compound produced by some plants that has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. Apple cider vinegar contains malic acid, a known liver tonic that also helps drain bile, cleanse the liver, and in turn, cool Pitta inflammation. Pittas should omit the jalapenos, horseradish, and cayenne from this recipe, and can substitute with 1 tbsp of both coriander and fennel seeds instead.
If you want something with a little more sweetness, add it to a glass of pineapple juice. Pineapple juice has the added benefit of further increasing enzyme production as it contains bromelain which supports protein digestion. For those with a Pitta constitution, add splash to a glass of coconut water or carrot juice. Get creative with your batch of fire cider! Add a couple of tablespoons to salad dressings for a fiery kick or pour a dash on top of seltzer water for a refreshing "mocktail."
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Your Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body and your specific imbalances. With an Ayurvedic diet you feel joy and satisfaction because what you are eating truly nourishes and balances you. Disease results from diets and lifestyles that are incompatible with your nature. By eating a personalized diet matched to your body, you experience optimal health. See How it Works.
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Each dosha reflects a distinct metabolic nature and describes strengths & weaknesses in bodily function, and how these affect energy levels, digestion, susceptibility to disease, and many other tendencies.
Your metabolic nature not only affects your physical characteristics, but also influences your mental thought patterns, confidence, and enthusiasm.
Ayurveda balances these metabolic strengths & weaknesses to support your body's vitality and prevent recurrent disease cycles. This support is a critical aid, especially in chronic or incurable disease conditions.
The 3 metabolic body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha).
Through dosha, Ayurveda empowers people to identify metabolic imbalances early, break repetitive patterns of disease, and cultivate habits that support long-term vitality and well-being.
Ultimately, these metabolic patterns also provide a framework for understanding yourself, including body, mind, and spiritual tendencies.
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John's hobbies & specialties include advanced digestive disorders, medieval Catholic philosophy, & botany. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. His wife and family of 7 kids live in Asheville, NC.
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