Super Trouper Gynostemma Goodness (Yes, I love ABBA and Matcha)
Gynostemma is an amazing tonic for the intestines. It contains saponins which act a little like soap in our systems and gives us a good clean out (without rushing us to the bathroom, don’t worry!) It’s also a longevity herb and has shown great promise as a cell protectant. You can use matcha, with its incredible antioxidant potential or moringa if you prefer a caffeine-free drink. Moringa is an incredible herb that contains an abundance of nutrients. A healthy adult with a well-rounded diet can use moringa as a multi-vitamin, it’s so nutritious! Ginger is, of course, an anti-inflammatory and reduces mucus in the system so it’s great for when you feel a cold coming on. I added lucuma powder for some vitamin C and delicious sweetness. Pollens are amazingly nutritious and nourishing for our bodies. Green Tea Pollen is particularly beneficial for women and Pine Pollen for men, but sometimes the opposite is true depending on the individual.
2 tsps gynostemma
4 cups water
1 Tbsp matcha or moringa powder
2 tsp virgin coconut oil
2 tsp – 1 tbsp (according to taste) maple syrup or honey
(If you are avoiding sweeteners use 1/8-1/4 tsp real stevia powder or nothing at all.)
1 tsp dried ginger or half-full thumb’s worth fresh, grated root
Optional additions:
1/2 tsp vanilla powder
1 tsp lucuma powder, optional
1 tsp pollen (especially green tea pollen and/or pine pollen for hormone balancing qualities)
Place gynostemma into water and bring to boil, reduce to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Meanwhile, place all other ingredients in blender. When gynostemma is nicely brewed, carefully add to blender ingredients and combine well.
Enjoy! Makes 2 good-sized adult servings and 4 childrens’.