Morning Beauty Boost! Even if coffee is your thing

Looking for a beauty boost! You may want to try this. Warranted coffee can be dehydrating, it is a tiny morning habit of mine that I have been cutting down to one cup. We all have our vices. Nevertheless, my kitchen Diva Diana, 'the hostess with the mostest,' who does not drink coffee worked up a special brew for me that she felt was much more conducive to a healthy glow, then a single cup of Joe. The best part is you can totally replace the coffee with Dandy Blend, a dandelion instant drink that tastes like coffee. Add each based on serving instructions into your cup of morning brew, and stir: Collagen powder. Collagen is found in connective tissue, skin, tendons, bones, and cartilage. It provides structural support to tissues and plays important roles in cellular processes, including tissue repair, immune response, cellular communication, and cellular migration. Cordyceps. It is believed the antioxidant content may explain anti-aging potential. They are thought to increase the body’s production of the molecule adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is essential for delivering energy to the muscles. They may also slow growth of tumours. Cordyceps have also been shown to help with diabetes, heart health and internal inflammation. Lion’s mane. The ability of lion’s mane mushroom to promote nerve growth and protect the brain from Alzheimer’s-related damage may explain some of its beneficial effects on brain health. New animal research has found that lion’s mane mushroom extract has anti-inflammatory effects that can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression in mice. It may protect against the development of stomach ulcers by inhibiting the growth of H. pylori and protecting the stomach lining from damage. Dandelion. Dandelions contain beta-carotene, which is an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage. The carotenoids such as beta-carotene play a vital role in reducing cell damage. Other research has shown that dandelion may support lowering blood pressure, reducing inflammation, and regulating blood sugar. Evidence also shows that dandelion may be help in reducing certain types of cancer, while boosting the immune system and traditionally has been used to aid in digestion. Not to mention keeping the skin healthy by protecting skin from UV light. Cinnamon. Cinnamon is an anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. May support gut health and manage blood pressure. Lowers blood sugar and risk of type-2 diabetes. Cinnamon may also be beneficial for the aging brain.

Diana’s special beauty brew of collagen, cordyceps, lion’s mane, reishi mushroom, dandelion, cinnamon and...coffee.

Looking for a beauty boost! You may want to try this. Warranted coffee can be dehydrating, it is a tiny morning habit of mine that I have been cutting down to one cup. We all have our vices. Nevertheless, my kitchen Diva Diana, 'the hostess with the mostest,' who does not drink coffee worked up a special brew for me that she felt was much more conducive to a healthy glow, then a single cup of Joe. The best part is you can totally replace the coffee with Dandy Blend, a dandelion instant drink that tastes like coffee.

Add each based on serving instructions into your cup of morning brew, and stir:

Collagen powder. Collagen is found in connective tissue, skin, tendons, bones, and cartilage. It provides structural support to tissues and plays important roles in cellular processes, including tissue repair, immune response, cellular communication, and cellular migration. 

Cordyceps. It is believed the antioxidant content may explain anti-aging potential. They are thought to increase the body’s production of the molecule adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is essential for delivering energy to the muscles. They may also slow growth of tumours. Cordyceps have also been shown to help with diabetes, heart health and internal inflammation. 

Lion’s mane. The ability of lion’s mane mushroom to promote nerve growth and protect the brain from Alzheimer’s-related damage may explain some of its beneficial effects on brain health. New animal research has found that lion’s mane mushroom extract has anti-inflammatory effects that can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression in mice. It may protect against the development of stomach ulcers by inhibiting the growth of H. pylori and protecting the stomach lining from damage.

Dandelion. Dandelions contain beta-carotene, which is an antioxidant that helps protect cells from damage. The carotenoids such as beta-carotene play a vital role in reducing cell damage. Other research has shown that dandelion may support lowering blood pressure, reducing inflammation, and regulating blood sugar. Evidence also shows that dandelion may be help in reducing certain types of cancer, while boosting the immune system and traditionally has been used to aid in digestion. Not to mention keeping the skin healthy by protecting skin from UV light.

Cinnamon. Cinnamon is an anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal. May support gut health and manage blood pressure. Lowers blood sugar and risk of type-2 diabetes. Cinnamon may also be beneficial for the aging brain.

Enjoy so much! If you have any particular favourites for a morning beverage boost, let us know. We will post and share with this community.

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