Ingredients:
- 1 fresh lime (squeezed)
- 1-inch ginger (peeled and sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon honey
Equipment:
- Food processor
Instructions:
- Squeeze the juice of one fresh lime into the food processor.
- Add the sliced ginger, freshly ground black pepper, salt, and honey.
- Blend the ingredients in the food processor until you get a smooth, well-mixed consistency.
- Your Ayurvedic Agni Booster is ready to use!
Usage:
- Consume 15 minutes before a heavy meal or anytime you want to boost digestion.
How it Works in Ayurveda:
- Lime (Sour): Sour taste stimulates the salivary glands, kickstarting the digestive process. It also helps balance the Kapha dosha, promoting overall digestion.
- Ginger (Pungent): The pungent flavor of ginger enhances digestive fire (Agni) and helps with the assimilation of nutrients. It balances both Vata and Kapha doshas.
- Black Pepper (Pungent): Similar to ginger, black pepper’s pungency stimulates Agni, improving digestion. It is known to clear toxins and balance the three doshas.
- Salt (Salty): A pinch of salt supports the digestive process by increasing saliva production and promoting the secretion of digestive enzymes. It also helps balance the Vata dosha.
- Honey (Sweet): Sweet taste soothes the digestive system and enhances the overall taste of the Agni Booster. Honey also has antimicrobial properties and helps balance the Pitta dosha.
Combining these flavors activates the digestive juices, strengthens Agni, and balances the doshas according to Ayurveda. Incorporate this Agni Booster into your routine for improved digestion and overall well-being!
PS: Be mindful when your Pitta is aggravated already.
