Jamu Shot
A recipe that is perfect for the coming cooler months and amazing at increasing your immune system and vibration!
Jamu is a powerful traditional medicine from Indonesia and can be found all around the beautiful island of Bali. Commonly it is used for increasing the strength and functionality of the immune system, which is prime for us in the Southern hemisphere as we move into the Winter periods.
The recipe we are sharing with you today is an adaptation of the traditional Jamu and is something that we have been making for ourselves and our family for a few years now. It’s the only kind of shot that you’ll see us take!
A LITTLE ABOUT THE PROPERTIES OF JAMU
An aromatic bitter herb
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Anti-inflammatory
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Stimulates digestion
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Helps in the prevention and treatment of colds and flu.
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Treats nausea, headaches, bloating and chest congestion.
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Antibacterial
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Packed with gingerols, paradols, sesquiterpenes, shogaols, and zingerone all of which have powerful antioxidant properties.
A medicine powerhouse!
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Main active ingredient is curcumin
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Lowers cholesterol and inflammation in the body
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Anti-cancer causing agents
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Huge antiseptic properties meaning it is a great antibacterial
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Analgesic - helps reduce pain
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Often used as an anti-depressant by Chinese medical doctores
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Great immune booster
Choose natural & local
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Using unrefined honey means that your body is receiving the natural antibodies of health for your specific environment
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Full of antioxidants and naturally occuring plant chemicals
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Antibacterial and antifungal
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Presence of phytonutrients may be the reason raw honey has shown immune-boosting benefits.
In addition to the powerhouse ingredients listed above, the Jamu shot draws on the health benefits of cayenne pepper and turmeric, due to the compounds curcumin and piperine. Piperine enhances curcumin absorption in the body by up to 2000%, combining the spices to magnify their effects.
PROCESS
Do this process to increase the potency of this elixir through your body. As you ingest this golden elixir imagine in your mind's eye the golden colour flowing through every part of your body. As it flows watch as it comes back and circulates in the area just above the navel. Feel into the strength and joy that this colour provides you. As it continues to circulate and flow, it grows strength until it has formed a sun like element of warmth in your body.
This colour and tonic is targeting the Solar plexus chakra in your body. Your personal power star. The strength in this area energetically assists in a strong sense of will and immune power.
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It's super simple, super powerful and super delish! Click the link below to download the printable recipe.