Ok, so you’re eating pretty healthy, drinking plenty of liquids, losing weight, but STILL inflammation seems to plague your body!  Inflammation in the joints as we age can be a BIG reason why we just can’t do the things we use to.  It hurts when we stand at the sink too long doing dishes, or when we bend down to tie our shoes, or pretty much ANY activity that we use to take for granted and now, OMG!  Maybe all we need are some Anti-Inflammatory Boosters…Tea!  Let’s look at the top three (in my opinion) anti-inflammatory teas!

Dandelion Leaf & Root Tea 

The dandelion is more than just a weed!  It’s been used for many home remedies in Europe and Asia for centuries.  Natural anti-inflammatory and antioxdant compounds such as taraxasterol are abundant and help combat inflammation.  I LOVE a cup of hot Dandelion Leaf & Root Tea in the morning!  It’s soooo soothing and relaxing!  Enjoy a cup for an anti-inflammatory boost! 🧡. Watch the video below to see just how EASY it can be! 😃

Ginger Tea 

Ginger is well known for it’s many health benefits.  It’s high in a substance called gingeral which has powerful antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. As a result of the anti-inflammatory effect of ginger, it can reduce muscle pain after intense physical activity and it can even help with joint and stiffness from Osteoarthritis.

Simple Ginger Tea Recipe (Fresh is always the best)

• Cut up 1″ slice of clean, fresh ginger
• Boil in 1 cup water for 5 to 10 minutes (depending on desired strength)
• Remove ginger and pour into cup
• Add a slice of lemon

Turmeric Tea 

Last, but not least, the turmeric spice is a powerhouse for destroying inflammation!   Studies have shown that it’s substance, curcumin, is responsible in this inflammation fight!  So, pour yourself a nice hot cup of this golden-hued tea.  It’s DELICIOUS either with milk or water.  Here are a couple of recipes you might like to try below:

Turmeric Tea With Milk

• Heat to almost boil 1 cup nut milk (I like full-fat coconut milk)
• Stir in 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Pour in cup and sprinkle with black pepper and cinnamon

Turmeric Tea With Water

• Heat to boil 1 cup water
• Stir in 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Add a couple squeezes lemon
• Add a sprinkle of black pepper

As so many of us age into our 50’s, 60’s and beyond, finding an anti-inflammatory booster may be just what we’re looking for!  So, instead of reaching for that cup of coffee in the morning, why not steep up a nice, hot cup of delicious anti-inflammatory tea of your choice?  Try them all out and pick a favorite or just have fun and change them up every week.  After all, variety is the spice of life and can reap BIG benefits in our journey to Subtract the Years!

Give yourself a HIGH-FIVE as you lead by example on your quest to better health and happiness!

Love to all,

Sarah🧡