Ginger Tea!

I knew it.  I just knew this was coming.  I've recently been stressed out with work and my body always responds to stress by coming down with a fever, catching a cold and even breaking out with Shingles!  I began to feel under the weather yesterday and woke up this morning with definite symptoms.  Instead of the usual DENIAL that I go into, I accepted my current state and decided to take matters into my own hands by fighting it off!  

Plan of attack:

*Drink PLENTY of water...more than 8 glasses a day.

*Load up on Vitamin C!  (pills and oranges for me)

*Avoid dairy and sugar/sweeets

*REST!!!  this one is important and is usually the most neglected step.

*Chicken soup :)  Yes, I know it has no cure/healing ingredients but it helps soothe your throat and warm you up!

and...

*Homemade Ginger Tea!

  

Ginger Tea:

1. Boil 1 1/2 cups water in a sauce pan

2. Add thinly sliced ginger to boiling water (1 1/2-2 inch piece)

3. Let boil/simmer for 10-15 minutes

4. Strain ginger before pouring into a cup

5. Add lemon and honey for taste

*This tea has a kick to it, so you may need to adjust the amounts to satisfy your taste!

   Ginger is known for its medicinal properties and healing powers.  It stimulates digestion and boosts circulation, respiration and nervous system function.  It eases congestion in the throat and lungs, relieving symptoms of cold and flu and helps alleviate menstrual discomfort.  It's also believed to help stop migraine pain before it starts.

So...drink a cup and call me in the morning =)