Healthy eating is a way of life, so it’s important to establish routines that are simple, realistically, and ultimately livable. —Arthur Agatston
I can’t believe we’re already halfway through April. Can you believe Easter is this weekend? Where has the time gone?!
I’ve been so busy, it’s unreal, which brings me to today’s article!
I wanted to share with you a healthy morning cocktail shot I’ve been incorporating into my morning routine for the last year.
My personal trainer friend shared this recipe with me and it really helped with my digestion so I thought I’d be caring by sharing!
Twenty minutes after I wake up…
I ignite my metabolism for the day with this morning cocktail shot:
Foodie: Healthy Morning Cocktail Shot
A quick morning cocktail shot that will jumpsuit your health each day!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1/2 Lemon
- Cayenne pepper
- Water *Optional
Instructions
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Mix all ingredients and chug!
Recipe Notes
For apple cider vinegar, I use the Bragg brand. You can use any brand for cayenne pepper. I personally use Simply Organic.
Dilute with water if you can't do this shot straight.
I’ll tell you that I could call this a “Wake Up!” shot because I’m definitely wide awake after downing some cayenne pepper, haha!
Note that this cocktail recipe is a shot, not an actual drink.
However, if you know you can’t handle this kind of shot, put the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar in a glass instead and fill up the rest of the glass with water to dilute some of the ACV.
MY MORNING ROUTINE
If you want to know my morning routine in the kitchen, this is what I normally do. I tend to switch it up to keep my days interesting so it’s usually between this cocktail shot or hot water with lemon in the morning. After that, I have my protein shake, overnight oats, a smoothie or eggs with spinach, mushrooms and avo for breakfast. It just depends on my mood really.
Try this morning cocktail shot for a week and let me know what you think!
Remember, abs are made in the kitchen so be mindful of what you put into your body!
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jess @ creative index
April 1, 2016I drink something similar almost every morning! I did the warm water and lemon drink for awhile but then started adding the ACV. At first it was tough to drink, but now it’s easy!
Jerica Kelly
March 7, 2016This is awesome! We did a quick review over apples cider vinegar and were super impressed with its benefits!
Huong
March 8, 2016Isn’t it crazy, Jerica? I love learning new things like this! #NutritionNerd
Shamira West
March 7, 2016Yes!! I heard about this recipe when I joined Tone It Up almost three years ago. I used to drink this religiously every morning. I have stopped, I need to get back on it.
Huong
March 8, 2016Yes, get back on it! We can be “healthy cocktail” buddies, haha!
Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health
March 4, 2016Nice to meet you! New to your space…and really interested to hear more on what kind of benefits you have found with this cocktail. I do drink lemon juice and water sometimes in the morning, just makes me feel better.
Huong
March 8, 2016Nice to meet you too, Dixya! I will definitely have a follow up post after a month of taking this cocktail for sure. You’re starting off your mornings right because lemon water flushes out toxins in your body. Keep doing it every day! Thank you for stopping by my blog! xo
loveyoumoretoo
March 4, 2016I make something similar with pineapple juice. 🙂 Yum!
Huong
March 8, 2016I didn’t like this concoction at first, but I’m taking a liking to it for sure! Hmmmm, pineapple. Thanks for reminding me that I need to eat my pineapple I cut up, lol!
Mai Lyn
March 3, 2016I’ve recently been introduced to apple cider vinegar and think I’ll give it a try to take it daily. Sharing this blog with a friend who is a die hard fan!
Huong
March 8, 2016You should, Mai Lyn! It helps kick start your day!