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This drink will spark love and compassion into your heart, give you energy, and open you up to receive the blessings of that day.
This recipe is vegan and made with an herbal blend to stimulate warmth in the heart chakra, increase whole body vitality and sense of well-being.
It contains adaptogenic herbs that aid in the body's ability to adapt to stress, as well as, aphrodisiacs that open up the being to receive love.
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The herbs used are well tolerated in children (ages 2 and up).
Cacao powder
Contains 3x the antioxidants as its more processed sister, cocoa.
Stimulating.
Protective of the heart and nervous system.
Plant-based milk
There are many wonderful plant based milk on the market: almond, oat, rice, coconut and soy. Choose depending on your taste, texture and health preferences.
Agave syrup
Vegan alternative to honey.
Highly anti-inflammatory.
Boosts the immune system.
Clove
Relieves pain,
Antispasmodic,
Aids in digestion,
Anti-inflammatory,
Opens up the heart to let go of pain and receive love.
Nutmeg
Warms the heart,
Induces relaxation,
Aphrodisiac,
Relieves pain,
Aids in digestion,
A tonic for the whole body.
Stimulating,
Aphrodisiac,
Aids in digestion,
Anti-inflammatory and contains anti-oxidants.
Adaptogen,
Nourishing to our Qi (energy),
Increases energy levels,
Brings homeostasis to the immune system,
Anti-cancer,
protective of the heart, liver, and nervous system,
anti-inflammatory and contains anti-oxidants.
Adaptogen,
Increases energy levels,
Releases tension within the muscles,
Aphrodisiac,
Anti-inflammatory and contains anti-oxidants.
This recipe makes 4 servings.
INGREDIENTS
4 tbsp Cacao powder
2 cups water
2 cups Plant-based milk
2 tbsp Agave syrup
1/4 tsp ground Clove
1/2 tsp ground Cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground Nutmeg
2 tsp Astragalus powder
2 tsp Ashwagandha powder
A pinch of Sea salt
RECIPE
Bring the water to a boil and add in the dry ingredients.
Turn off heat and pour in the agave syrup and plant-based milk.
Finish with a topping of coconut whipped cream and dash of cinnamon.
Enjoy!
Sincerely,
Emilee Wright
A Mercurial Consciousness