Behind its bright golden color hides a formidable plant-based weapon against pain: curcumin . This active ingredient in turmeric blocks certain inflammatory processes that cause osteoarthritis, tendonitis, and even some back pain. Its effectiveness is recognized by science, but it requires the presence of black pepper or ginger to be properly assimilated by the body. Good news: ginger is part of it!
Ginger: warmth and deep relief
Spicy, stimulating, and incredibly effective, ginger has been used for centuries as a natural pain reliever . It works particularly well on muscle and menstrual pain thanks to its compounds called gingerols, which have anti-inflammatory and mildly anesthetic effects . In addition, it improves digestion and boosts the absorption of the other herbs in the infusion, particularly turmeric.
Pain Relief Infusion Recipe
Apple, rosemary, turmeric & ginger
Ingredients (for 2 cups)
- 1 organic apple (preferably sweet, such as Golden or Gala) cut into quarters with the skin on
- 1 tsp turmeric powder (or 2 cm grated fresh root)
- 1 small piece of fresh ginger (approx. 2 cm), peeled and grated
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary (or 1 tsp. dried rosemary)
- 1 pinch of black pepper (optional but recommended for curcumin)
- 500 ml of filtered water
- 1 tsp honey (optional, at the end of preparation)
Preparation
- In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the apple wedges, turmeric, ginger and rosemary.
- Reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes .
- Add a pinch of black pepper just before turning off the heat to boost the absorption of the turmeric.
- Let it infuse for 5 minutes off the heat, then filter.
- Serve very hot, with a spoonful of honey if you wish.
Wellness tips
- For a detox and anti-bloating effect , drink this infusion after meals .
- In case of chronic pain, you can consume it 1 to 2 times a day for 2 weeks .
- The cold version is also delicious: let it infuse, filter and keep cool with a few ice cubes.
A well-being ritual to adopt
Drinking this hot infusion, ideally after meals or at the end of the day, quickly becomes a holistic healing gesture : it calms tension, supports joints, soothes the intestines… and allows you to enjoy a moment just for yourself. For a stronger effect, you can add a pinch of black pepper and a spoonful of honey if your throat is sensitive.
