To an Indian, Chai is nostalgic. It’s what I saw my grandparents and parents drink my whole life. As a little girl, my Grandma would let me have sips of it when my Mom wasn’t looking. I’ve modified it to fit my plant based lifestyle and added superfoods that nourish and balance the body. ️This recipe contains adaptogens. They're superfoods that help the body adapt to stress, they work with YOUR body and YOUR biochemical response to create balance.
“Adaptogens help your body handle stress,” says Dr. Brenda Powell, co-medical director of the Center for Integrative and Lifestyle Medicine at the Cleveland Clinic’s Wellness Institute. “They’re meant to bring us back to the middle.”
Instructions: for 1 cup
1. 1/2 cup water in a pot
2. Add 1 tbs loose tea or 1 tea bag
3. Grate 1/2 tbs of ginger
4. Add 1/2 tsp: pumpkin spice powder
5. 1 tsp cardamom powder
6. 1/3 tsp ashwagandha powder
7. 1/3 tsp Reishi Mushroom powder
8. 1/4 tsp Turmeric powder
9. 1/8 tsp black pepper
10. 5 Mint leaves chopped ( optional)
11. Boil all of the above for about 3-4 min
12. Add 3/4 dairy free milk. Organic soy and almond work best.
13. Simmer for about 2 min on low heat
14. Strain, add bulletproof MCT oil. Sweeten with coconut palm sugar or liquid stevia
Benefits of Reishi Mushroom:
Please only consume the recommended amount on package
Boosts Immune system
Anti Cancer properties
Energy Boost
Mood Regulation
Decreases Inflammation
Benefits of Aswagandha:
Improves brain function and memory
Decreases Inflammation
Balances hormones
Regulates mood, esp during stressful situations
Anti-cancer properties
Know someone that would benefit from this recipe? Share the love!
References:
1. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/reishi-mushroom-benefits
2. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/12-proven-ashwagandha-benefits#12
3. https://time.com/5025278/adaptogens-herbs-stress-anxiety/