Anti-cancer Debloat Tonic

If the holiday festivities have you feeling like you’re holding on to a little extra cheer, this morning tonic is the perfect remedy. I use this in my practice for patients who really want support with debloat or discomfort during their day. It features fennel (with its 87 different phytochemicals) and parsley or dandelion leaves, which may help flush excess water from your system for a debloat fix. Plus, the Morning Boost Blend and ginger power up the digestive and anti-inflammatory benefits in this invigorating tonic. Whip up a big batch, enjoy the flavor and function, and let it go to work.

Active Prep Time: 10 mins ∙ Cook Time: 10 mins ∙ Serves: 8

INGREDIENTS

• 8 cups water
• 2 fennel tea bags, or 2 teaspoons fennel seeds
• 2 inches turmeric root, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 1 inch ginger root, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 1 handful parsley or dandelion leaves
• 1 teaspoon Morning Boost Power Spice Blend*

DIRECTIONS

• In a medium saucepan over medium heat, stir together all ingredients.
• Bring up to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for 8–10 minutes, until the spices are fragrant.
• Strain, if desired, before serving warm or chilled. Store covered and refrigerated for up to 4 days.

*Substitute spice blend with ¾ teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger, ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg, pinch of allspice, pinch of ground cloves.

Calories per serving: 2∙ Fat: 0g ∙ Net Carbs: 1g ∙ Fiber: 0g ∙ Total Sugars: 0g ∙ Added Sugars: 0g ∙ Protein: 0g