Wellness Wednesday: Warming the Body from the Inside Out

Steaming ginger tea glows by the window, pure warmth against the cold winter light.

When the cold sets in, the body craves warmth. Not just comfort, but fuel. Heat supports circulation, digestion, and immunity. The right foods and drinks help you stay balanced through darker months.

Traditional Comforts, Modern Twists: Tea and cocoa have always been winter staples. Today, there’s a growing interest in functional drinks like turmeric lattes, matcha, and mushroom coffee.

• Tea contains L-theanine, a compound that calms the nervous system while keeping you alert.

• Cacao offers antioxidants that support cardiovascular health and mood regulation.

• Turmeric reduces inflammation, especially when paired with black pepper to boost absorption.

• Adaptogens like ashwagandha and reishi can help manage stress and improve recovery.

The Ginger, Lemon, and Honey Tonic: This is a simple, effective way to warm the body and support digestion and immunity.

You’ll need:

• 1 cup hot water

• Juice of half a lemon

• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

• 1 teaspoon honey (or more to taste)

Combine and steep for 5 minutes. Drink it slowly, preferably before meals or first thing in the morning.

Ginger Soup for the Soul: Ginger isn’t only for tea. It makes a powerful base for a winter soup that stimulates circulation and soothes the gut.

Simple Ginger Soup Recipe:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 carrots, diced

• 1 tablespoon grated ginger

• 3 cups vegetable or chicken stock

• Salt and pepper to taste

Sauté onion and carrots in olive oil until soft. Add ginger and stock, simmer for 20 minutes, then blend until smooth. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon.

Both the tonic and the soup nourish the body with warmth and balance. When the temperature drops, they remind you that health & wellness starts with simple, steady care.