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Spiced Apple Cider

Serves 2.

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    Spiced Apple Cider

    This warming beverage is made with real apple juice heated with powdered ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom. Consumption of real apple juice has been linked with a reduced risk of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes. Ginger helps promote digestive and cardiovascular health, and is useful in the treatment of degenerative disorders, diabetes, and cancer. Cinnamon has been shown to improve insulin sensitivity, while cardamom improves digestion.

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    Tip: If you have whole spices on hand, you can swap powdered spices for a slice of fresh ginger, 1 cinnamon stick, and 3 crushed cardamom pods.

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    Spiced Apple Cider

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups (500 mL) apple juice
    • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) ground ginger
    • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cinnamon
    • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cardamom

    Nutrition

    Per serving:

    • calories117
    • protein0g
    • fat0g
      • saturated fat0g
      • trans fat0g
    • carbohydrates29g
      • sugars24g
      • fibre1g
    • sodium10mg

    Directions

    01

    In small saucepan, combine all ingredients and stir to combine. Bring to a low simmer and remove from heat.

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