Daily Wellness Shots: Ingredients, Benefits, and a Waste-Free Twist

Starting your day with a wellness shot is a small ritual that packs a big punch. These concentrated mini-elixirs deliver a burst of nutrients, help boost your immunity, and energise you for the day ahead. Here is how to make your shots powerful, delicious, and eco-friendly.

 

1) Ingredients for Your Daily Wellness Shot

You can mix and match these ingredients depending on your taste and health goals:

- Ginger: Anti-inflammatory, supports digestion, and gives a natural zing.

- Turmeric: Known for its anti-inflammatory properties and immune support.

- Lemon or lime juice: Rich in vitamin C and great for detoxification.

- Orange juice: Adds sweetness and a boost of antioxidants.

- Celery stalks or leaves: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and chlorophyll.

- Cucumber: Hydrating and refreshing, perfect for balancing flavours.

- Carrots: Sweet, nutrient-rich, and full of beta-carotene.

- Apple: Adds natural sweetness and antioxidants.

- Cayenne pepper: Optional, for a metabolism-boosting kick.

Pro tip: Start with small amounts and adjust to your taste. A good base is 50–100ml per shot.

 

2) How to Make Your Shot

1. Juice or blend your ingredients. If blending, you can strain through a fine sieve for a smooth shot.

2. Add a spice or herb if you like – ginger, turmeric, or cayenne can elevate the flavour and health benefits.

3. Pour into small bottles and store in the fridge. Shots last 2–3 days if kept cold.

 

3) Make It Waste-Free

Here’s where your wellness shots can do double duty for health and the planet:

Instead of throwing away vegetable and fruit scraps, reuse them in your shots:

- Citrus peels: Lemon, lime, or orange peels are full of antioxidants and essential oils.

- Carrot peels: Sweet, nutrient-rich, and perfect for blending.

- Apple cores and skins: Packed with fibre and polyphenols.

- Celery leaves: Often overlooked, but full of minerals.

- Wilted greens or herbs: Spinach, kale, parsley – still packed with nutrients.

By incorporating these scraps, you reduce food waste while creating nutrient-dense, flavourful shots. It’s a simple way to nourish your body and protect the planet at the same time.

 

4) Final Tip

Make a week’s worth of shots on a Sunday, keep them in small glass bottles, and enjoy one each morning. With the right ingredients — and a little creativity with your kitchen scraps — you can turn a tiny ritual into a powerful boost for your health, energy, and sustainability.

Until next time,

 

Your Wellicious Team