Mixing ginger and kefir is a great way to help your body. It acts like a natural repair kit for your stomach and metabolism while you rest. This “creamy and spicy” drink works well because the probiotics in the kefir fix your gut while the ginger stops the “heavy” and “bloated” feeling from dinner. It is an easy and cheap way to fix a slow digestion and keep your body burning energy all night. It makes your stomach feel flat and calm by morning.
Instead of waking up feeling full and tired, this simple glass helps your body stay light. Once you try it, you will be surprised at how deep you sleep!
Why Ginger and Kefir are Good Before Bed
- Deep Digestion: The healthy bacteria help break down food, taking away the “sour” stomach feeling.
- Burn Energy: Ginger helps your body stay warm and keeps your metabolism moving while you sleep.
- Calm Mind: The nutrients in kefir help your brain relax and make you fall into a deep sleep fast.
- Morning Energy: It helps wash out the old waste to make you feel very light when you wake up.
How to Make the Ginger and Kefir Drink
This is the best way to get the root power to work fast in your gut.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of plain kefir
- 1/2 teaspoon of fresh grated ginger
- 1 pinch of cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon of honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Pour: Fill a glass with cold or room temperature plain kefir.
- Grate: Rub the fresh ginger against a grater to make a juicy pulp.
- Mix: Stir the ginger pulp and the cinnamon into the kefir.
- Add: Put the honey into the glass to help the spicy ginger taste sweet.
- Stir: Give the drink a good mix until it is smooth.
- Drink: Sip the glass slowly 30 minutes before you go to bed.
- Result: Your gut will feel quiet and your body will stay very calm.
Three Simple Tips
- Fresh Ginger: Use the fresh root instead of powder to get the most active oils for your liver.
- Plain Kefir: Use the unsweetened kind to help your body stay away from extra sugar at night.
- Chew the Pulp: Don’t be afraid of the tiny ginger bits; they make the drink work even better.
One Last Tip
You will know the Ginger and Kefir secret is working when your “trousers fit easily” and your “mind feels clear!” It is a great way to look after your health with a simple bottle from the dairy aisle.
