The lemon tree in my backyard has been particularly abundant lately. Wondering what to do with all of the lemons, I remembered reading in an old issue of “Body and Soul” about how a cup of hot water and lemon juice (with a dash of cayenne pepper and some honey) could produce revitalizing effects in the morning. Since I’m 8 months pregnant and still struggling through the mornings without my daily cup of joe, this sounded like a particularly appealing way to use the lemons.
At first I was a little scared about the cayenne, so I made a few cups with just hot water and lemon, which were a tart, tasty way to start the day. Then I got brave and added the cayenne and some honey to balance it out. I was pleasantly surprised! The cayenne gives it a nice kick and the honey gives it a cozy sweetness. Plus, I actually do feel more energized in the mornings and I think it’s helped alleviate some of those digestive problems that are so common in pregnancy.
Are you a believer in any natural remedies? Please share in a comment!
At first I was a little scared about the cayenne, so I made a few cups with just hot water and lemon, which were a tart, tasty way to start the day. Then I got brave and added the cayenne and some honey to balance it out. I was pleasantly surprised! The cayenne gives it a nice kick and the honey gives it a cozy sweetness. Plus, I actually do feel more energized in the mornings and I think it’s helped alleviate some of those digestive problems that are so common in pregnancy.
Are you a believer in any natural remedies? Please share in a comment!
3 comments:
I have a stash of lemons that need using ... I'm going to try that. I could use some revitalizing today.
Hmm what an interesting idea. I'm all about putting tons of water in my lemon, but I'll totally have to try this!
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This sounds delicious! I think I'll have to give it a shot this weekend. Sounds like a good way to bring some summer heat into these cold winter months. I once made jalapeno limeade, but never this! Oh, the citrusy possibilities! Thanks for the recipe.
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