How To Make Fire Cider
INGREDIENTS
1 Quart apple cider vinegar – raw and organic such as Braggs
½ Cup fresh, grated ginger root
½ Cup fresh, grated horseradish root
1 Medium onion, chopped
10 Cloves garlic, chopped or crushed
2 Jalapeño peppers, chopped
1 Lemon, juice and a bit of zest
1 Fresh turmeric, chopped
1 Tablespoon turmeric powder
¼ Teaspoon cayenne powder
2 Tablespoons dried rosemary leaves or several sprigs
½ Cup of raw honey, or to taste (optional), added after the fermentation process
Prep ingredients above.
Combine all of the ingredients into a sealed container with some parchment or wax paper to any metal from corroding. Give it a few shakes.
Store the jar in a dark place and let the ingredients infuse for 4 weeks – providing a little shake to the bottle every few days.
After 4-8+ weeks strain the liquid out and discard the solids. Place in a clean jar and store in the refrigerator.
Voila – you have got yourself a homemade herbal tonic. Take as a shot as part of your daily or weekly regimen, drink as a tea with some hot water and honey, or use as a salad dressing!
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BENEFITS
Raw ACV has numerous benefits on its own such as aiding weight control, oral health, antimicrobial properties cardiovascular health, lowers blood sugar levels and fights diabetes, lowers cholesterol and reduces risk of heart disease.
Ginger is valued for its ability to ease nausea and vomiting, fight off colds, chills and coughs and aids congestion.
Horseradish is an expectorant and mild antibiotic. Can be used to aid respiratory and urinary tract infections. Stimulates digestion, and acts as a diuretic that promotes perspiration making it useful in fevers, colds and flu.
Garlic supports immune function and open pores of the skin to lower a fever. Antimicrobial and antibacterial properties make it useful in treating kidney and bladder infections, strep thoughts, ear infections and yeast infections.
Cayenne increases circulation and helps get mucous flowing. Contains anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant properties. Can also be used as a digestive aid.
Turmeric is a natural inflammatory, boosts cognitive function, supports cardiovascular health, promotes radiant skin, boosts detoxification, promotes healthy mood and supports natural weight loss.