Whip up your own wellness shots! These recipes aid in everything from hangovers to calming inflammation and, along with infused water (cc: #15), no drink screams "spa day" quite like a turmeric, cayenne, black pepper, orange juice, and lemon juice elixir. (2024)

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1. First, set the mood with the right background noise. Spotify has awesome ~calming playlists~ that range from classical piano solos to the sound of rain, or you can head on over to YouTube and listen to an hour of calming rainforest sounds. The options are truly endless here. 2. You can also opt for a sound machine to totally drown out honking cars and screaming matches (aka, the inevitable background music that comes with being a city-dweller). This option fits compactly on your nightstand, has great volume control, and offers 10 fan sounds and 10 ambient noises. 3. Make like a couple's spa day by following these surprisingly easy massage techniques — nothing like a few trapezius pulls to finally rid your back of those pesky knot(s). 4. If you lack the patience required for the above (or your hands are prone to cramping), I hear you loud and clear: so does this portable massage ball. This provides 360-degree rotation and is comfortable to hold, which means giving your partner (or yourself) a massage will have never been so easy. 5. It’s okay that you don’t have a clawfoot tub at the moment — you’ll get there one day. For now, rely on a tub stopper that allows for a deeper soak by allowing extra inches of water! Pair it with a cupholder caddy for your glass of vino, and voila. Ultimate relaxation is yours. 6. Eucalyptus is known for its ultra relaxing scent, so adding a eucalyptus bundle to your shower is an easy (and foolproof) way to add a bit of aromatherapy to an otherwise boring ritual. This one is even wrapped with natural twine so you can easily hang it from your shower head. 7. Follow along with John Davisi (a mindfulness life coach, teacher, and speaker) for a 10-minute guided meditation that may help ease anxiety and allow you to unwind. 8. Scalp massages = surprisingly easy. Add a silicone brush whilst shampooing for a more thorough cleaning (it's said this leads to speedier hair growth) or go for a Kikkerland copper massager if your hair is already dry; both methods are said to improve circulation. 9. A tried-and-true aromatherapy ritual: Light a damn candle. This Maison La Bougie option uses a wax and perfume oil blend of ylang-ylang, tuberose, lemon, lavender (mmm relaxation), jasmine, and cyclamen that smells delightful. Plus, you'll totally want to upcycle this packaging. 10. If you love dim lighting but hate heavy scents, no worries! Simply DIY a citrus peel candle or opt for flameless LED tea lights, the latter of which comes in a pack of 12 and has a battery life of up to 150 hours. 11. Join Sundays nail studio for at-home manicure class. This nontoxic polish brand is offering virtual courses that cover everything from basic upkeep and gel removal to nail art and hand care. *looks at cuticles* *signs up immediately* 12. If gel manicures are your jam, the time may have come for you to *gulp* finally attempt one yourself. You'll need to adopt a few supplies first: We suggest a Sally Hansen gel polish that costs $5+ and is loved by 1,000+ reviewers, plus a UV light (on the expensive side at $63.99, but totally worth it considering how pricey gel manis can be). 13. Make like a high school sleepover and DIY your own face mask using stuff that's already in your kitchen. Be sure to focus on formulas that tackle your specific skin concerns: For example, canned pumpkin + brown sugar + vitamin E oil = great for soothing red, blotchy skin. 14. Perform your own expensive peel at home — for less than $8! The Ordinary peeling solution is packed with quality ingredients (think glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acid) to remedy your biggest skincare concerns: acne and excess oil. The time to break up with breakouts has arrived, my friends. 15. The phrase "spa day" is synonymous with infused water, and I refuse to hear otherwise. A fruit-infused pitcher allows you to easily throw in ingredients like lemon, cucumber, blueberry, lime, and more to make your H2O feel way fancier. 16. Prefer a hot beverage? Try one of these nine calming tea recipes instead: We're talking hibiscus lattes, allergy relief blends with peppermint and nettle, or a cinnamon chai sleepy time milk. 17. Everyone loves to rag on underwire. I love to rag on underwire. It hurts. But if your breast friends want some support without having to compromise comfort, this seamless T-back bralette feels like a second skin and imitates the feeling of going bra-less. 18. For skin smoother than that of a baby seal, it's time to enlist the help of Cirepil hard wax — reviewers claim it's actually less painful than other soft waxes on the market. Just prep your skin with a bit of oil, apply the wax, wait for it to dry, and quickly pull it off like a bandage. Huzzah! Each hair will have been taken out from the root. 19. Bring dry tresses back from the dead with this Neutrogena weekly treatment, a mask that combines olive, meadowfoam, and sweet almond extracts to nourish over-processed hair and give it a much-needed deep conditioning. 20. Exfoliate sensitive skin with gentle ingredients like papaya and pineapple enzymes found in this Bliss jelly peel exfoliator, which lift away dead skin cells to reveal a canvas smoother than any baby's bottom. Talk about leaving only the good stuff ~behind~, eh? 21. A relaxing soak doesn't *feel* so relaxing when you have to rest your head on straight porcelain. The solution? A two-paneled, padded foam pillow with ultra-strong suction cups that will actually stick to your tub. 22. Oh, let's discuss your uniform: a teddy bear robe and plush slippers. That's it. I feel relaxed just looking at the product photos. 23. ~Treat~ yourself to a delicious treat and whip up these dairy-free lavender lemon scones in advance. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and is best served with a cup of hot tea. Please excuse the growling of my stomach. 24. Massage a blend of jojoba oil, olive oil, grape seed oil, vitamin a, vitamin e, and tea tree oil into your nails and cuticles with this vanilla-scented Kiss nail pen. This is step one in kicking hang nails and mauled cuticles to the curb. 25. Presenting an easy way to groom your brows if you're done with the pains of plucking and expense of waxing: the Schick dermaplaning razor. This gentle tool rids stray hairs and unwanted peach fuzz, all while removing the dead skin build-up complexion on your complexion. 26. If you have yet to uncover the sheer *bliss* that is a jade roller, there is no time like the present. Aesthetics aside, it promotes lymphatic drainage, improves circulation, and increases the effectiveness of all your skincare products — plus, it's basically a facial massage!? One can't go wrong. 27. Elevating your Netflix binge is as easy as one-two-spritz! This plant-based This Works pillow mist is infused with lavender, vetivert, and chamomile to really help you unwind and forget about *all* of those unnecessary emails you had to respond to this week. 28. DIY a ~mermaid bath bomb~ for a pastel soak that is so relaxing, you may even forget to 'gram it. If you share in my lack of patience for DIY activities, these black bath and rainbow-shaped options are equally as fun. 29. Add extra exfoliation to your daily cleanser via a Grace & Stella spin brush. This waterproof, rechargeable brush ~spins~ away dead skin cells and removes all the built-up gunk trapped in your pores — the kind you wouldn't be able to get rid of with just your hands. 30. Nip brassiness in the bud with a cult-favorite Fanola purple shampoo. The violet pigment in this formula works to wash away unwanted yellow in your 'do, meaning you can extend the time between salon visits meaning you can SAVE A TON OF MONEY. Easy + affordable? Someone pinch me. 31. Combine 2 cups of sugar, 1 cup of walnut oil, 5 drops of vanilla essential oil, and one-half cup of dried rose petals. Mix it all up! Store it in a jar with a seal-tight lid! And voila! You've got yourself a fancy body scrub. *contemplates opening an Etsy shop* 32. Ditch your phone and delve into a book of poetry instead. Reach for The Sun and Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur, which chronicles love in all forms: from the very worst to the very best. Prepare to highlight your favorite passages and reread them about, oh, a hundred million times while lying in bed all damn day. 33. Conquer Korean beauty rituals with *takes deep breath* this 10-step routine. Sounds excessive! I know! But it's easy to follow and tackles everything from dullness (cc: Cosrx snail mucin essence) to acne (and hello to you too, Mediheal tea tree sheet mask). I mean, what do we love? Results. 34. Whip up your own wellness shots! These recipes aid in everything from hangovers to calming inflammation and, along with infused water (cc: #15), no drink screams "spa day" quite like a turmeric, cayenne, black pepper, orange juice, and lemon juice elixir. 35. Detox your scalp with Act+Acre oil treatment, because the amount of built-up dry shampoo that has become permanently lodged in your scalp = yuck. This cold-processed blend of moringa oil, basil leaf, amaranth oil, and baobab oil will remove impurities while promoting faster hair growth, reversing UV damage, and delivering some much-needed, non-greasy moisture that your mane will thank you for. Me, on my way to do yet another face mask: Looking for the perfect gift for any occasion? Check out all of BuzzFeed’s gift guides! Need more for your skin? Check out Korean skincare products you need to know, cheap skincare products that are even better than luxury brands, products for an even skin tone or to deal with acne scars, or check out all of our beauty content for even more great stuff for your hair, skin, and more. FAQs

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Posted on May 29, 2020

Frankie says relax.

by AnaMaria GlavanBuzzFeed Staff

1. First, set the mood with the right background noise. Spotify has awesome ~calming playlists~ that range from classical piano solos to the sound of rain, or you can head on over to YouTube and listen to an hour of calming rainforest sounds. The options are truly endless here.

Whip up your own wellness shots! These recipes aid in everything from hangovers to calming inflammation and, along with infused water (cc: #15), no drink screams "spa day" quite like a turmeric, cayenne, black pepper, orange juice, and lemon juice elixir. (2)

2. You can also opt for a sound machine to totally drown out honking cars and screaming matches (aka, the inevitable background music that comes with being a city-dweller). This option fits compactly on your nightstand, has great volume control, and offers 10 fan sounds and 10 ambient noises.

3. Make like a couple's spa day by following these surprisingly easy massage techniques — nothing like a few trapezius pulls to finally rid your back of those pesky knot(s).

BuzzFeed

To learn more, check out "Full Body Partner Massage."

4. If you lack the patience required for the above (or your hands are prone to cramping), I hear you loud and clear: so does this portable massage ball. This provides 360-degree rotation and is comfortable to hold, which means giving your partner (or yourself) a massage will have never been so easy.

5. It’s okay that you don’t have a clawfoot tub at the moment — you’ll get there one day. For now, rely on a tub stopper that allows for a deeper soak by allowing extra inches of water! Pair it with a cupholder caddy for your glass of vino, and voila. Ultimate relaxation is yours.

Amazon

Promising review (tub stopper): "Can I give this thing 10 gold stars? I have a 4-foot bathtub (so small it should be illegal) so I used to bring a towel in the tub to cover myself just to keep warm because the water was so shallow. I've used this drain cover three times and now I literally bask in my Epsom salt baths. The silence is wonderful; I used to seethe at hearing the precious bath water drip-drop down the overflow drain. Buy it, hands down a peace preserver." —M. Smith

Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

Promising review (cupholder caddy): "Holds all my drinks like a boss! I put this in my shower in March '16 and it has yet to fail me! I've used it with wine glasses, bottles, and cans... it really is great and affordable." —Lauren

Get it from Amazon for $13.95.

6. Eucalyptus is known for its ultra relaxing scent, so adding a eucalyptus bundle to your shower is an easy (and foolproof) way to add a bit of aromatherapy to an otherwise boring ritual. This one is even wrapped with natural twine so you can easily hang it from your shower head.

7. Follow along with John Davisi (a mindfulness life coach, teacher, and speaker) for a 10-minute guided meditation that may help ease anxiety and allow you to unwind.

8. Scalp massages = surprisingly easy. Add a silicone brush whilst shampooing for a more thorough cleaning (it's said this leads to speedier hair growth) or go for a Kikkerland copper massager if your hair is already dry; both methods are said to improve circulation.

amazon.com, Amazon

Promising review (silicone brush): "I have been using this for about three weeks now and I LOVE it. It feels amazing! I haven't changed my shampoo or anything, but my hair definitely has more volume...like my roots are standing up or something! I don't know exactly what is happening, but I am all for it." —Lsn1986

Get it from Amazon for $6.98.

Promising review (copper massager): "Wow! This is an amazing, relaxing, and inexpensive product! Your body automatically relaxes when the massager makes contact with your head. After a stressful day at the office, a few minutes using this product is great." —Charles Austin

Get it from Amazon for $7.55.

9. A tried-and-true aromatherapy ritual: Light a damn candle. This Maison La Bougie option uses a wax and perfume oil blend of ylang-ylang, tuberose, lemon, lavender (mmm relaxation), jasmine, and cyclamen that smells delightful. Plus, you'll totally want to upcycle this packaging.

10. If you love dim lighting but hate heavy scents, no worries! Simply DIY a citrus peel candle or opt for flameless LED tea lights, the latter of which comes in a pack of 12 and has a battery life of up to 150 hours.

Caroline Miller / BuzzFeed

Promising review (LED tea lights): "I put these surprisingly bright lights into some gold mercury glass votive holders, and they are absolutely beautiful! The lights flicker like real candles." —Julie G.

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $8.99.

11. Join Sundays nail studio for at-home manicure class. This nontoxic polish brand is offering virtual courses that cover everything from basic upkeep and gel removal to nail art and hand care. looks at cuticles signs up immediately

12. If gel manicures are your jam, the time may have come for you to gulp finally attempt one yourself. You'll need to adopt a few supplies first: We suggest a Sally Hansen gel polish that costs $5+ and is loved by 1,000+ reviewers, plus a UV light (on the expensive side at $63.99, but totally worth it considering how pricey gel manis can be).

Arielle Calderon / Charlotte Gomez, Arielle Calderon / BuzzFeed

Promising review (UV light): "Let me start out by saying that I am one of those women who happily budgets $80-$90 a month to go to the nail salon to get my polish redone on the regular. However, with all of us in quarantine, I reluctantly had to do my best to keep my nails done using regular nail polish - which we all know chips the day of or the day after. I finally decided to purchase this and I AM SO GLAD I DID. This light plus the cost of a pack of gel polish will now save me tons of money." —tlkhnsty

Get it from Amazon for $63.99.

To learn more, check out "I Learned How To Do My Own Gel Nails While In Quarantine (And It's Legit Easy)".

13. Make like a high school sleepover and DIY your own face mask using stuff that's already in your kitchen. Be sure to focus on formulas that tackle your specific skin concerns: For example, canned pumpkin + brown sugar + vitamin E oil = great for soothing red, blotchy skin.

14. Perform your own expensive peel at home — for less than $8! The Ordinary peeling solution is packed with quality ingredients (think glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acid) to remedy your biggest skincare concerns: acne and excess oil. The time to break up with breakouts has arrived, my friends.

15. The phrase "spa day" is synonymous with infused water, and I refuse to hear otherwise. A fruit-infused pitcher allows you to easily throw in ingredients like lemon, cucumber, blueberry, lime, and more to make your H2O feel way fancier.

16. Prefer a hot beverage? Try one of these nine calming tea recipes instead: We're talking hibiscus lattes, allergy relief blends with peppermint and nettle, or a cinnamon chai sleepy time milk.

instagram.com / Via @goodful, BuzzFeed

Just an FYI that if you don't have one already, you'll probably want to purchase a a loose-leaf tea infuser — this option from OXO is particularly great because it's designed with a long handle that allows it to double as a stirring spoon.

Promising review: "I've had a number of different tea filters and this one is the best I've owned so far. Compared to basket and novelty filters, it's much easier to clean and fill. It holds the right amount for a cup so you don't waste tea, or brew one that's too strong. It also easily doubles as a spoon." —Smakky

Get it from Amazon for $9.95.

17. Everyone loves to rag on underwire. I love to rag on underwire. It hurts. But if your breast friends want some support without having to compromise comfort, this seamless T-back bralette feels like a second skin and imitates the feeling of going bra-less.

Anthropologie

Promising review: "I purchased three of these in-store last year and I am obsessed. They provide support AND comfort! I am off to buy more colors because they are that amazing!" —DianeB

Get it from Anthropologie for $24 (available in sizes XS/S-M/L and in four colors).

To learn more, check out "This Bralette From Anthropologie Is Soft, Comfortable, And Everything You Need In A Bra Right Now".

18. For skin smoother than that of a baby seal, it's time to enlist the help of Cirepil hard wax — reviewers claim it's actually less painful than other soft waxes on the market. Just prep your skin with a bit of oil, apply the wax, wait for it to dry, and quickly pull it off like a bandage. Huzzah! Each hair will have been taken out from the root.

19. Bring dry tresses back from the dead with this Neutrogena weekly treatment, a mask that combines olive, meadowfoam, and sweet almond extracts to nourish over-processed hair and give it a much-needed deep conditioning.

20. Exfoliate sensitive skin with gentle ingredients like papaya and pineapple enzymes found in this Bliss jelly peel exfoliator, which lift away dead skin cells to reveal a canvas smoother than any baby's bottom. Talk about leaving only the good stuff ~behind~, eh?

Sarah Han / BuzzFeed

Promising review: "This stuff is great! You can actually feel the dead skin it pulls up, which is kinda gross but 100% awesome! I have super sensitive skin so I was worried that I would react badly to this peel, but it’s so gentle. I only use it two times a week max but it always makes me look like I’m glowing when i get out of the shower." —Jackie H 93

Get it from Amazon for $10.99.

To learn more, check out "7 Amazing Beauty Products I Basically Can't Live Without" (#7).

21. A relaxing soak doesn't feel so relaxing when you have to rest your head on straight porcelain. The solution? A two-paneled, padded foam pillow with ultra-strong suction cups that will actually stick to your tub.

22. Oh, let's discuss your uniform: a teddy bear robe and plush slippers. That's it. I feel relaxed just looking at the product photos.

Pottery Barn, Calpak

Get the robes from Pottery Barn for $46.99+ (originally $79, available in sizes S-XL and in three colors) and the slippers from Calpak for $15.

23. ~Treat~ yourself to a delicious treat and whip up these dairy-free lavender lemon scones in advance. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and is best served with a cup of hot tea. Please excuse the growling of my stomach.

24. Massage a blend of jojoba oil, olive oil, grape seed oil, vitamin a, vitamin e, and tea tree oil into your nails and cuticles with this vanilla-scented Kiss nail pen. This is step one in kicking hang nails and mauled cuticles to the curb.

amazon.com

With daily use of this product, your nails will begin to grow and strengthen (seriously, just read the overwhelmingly positive reviews) and your ripped-up cuticles will begin to heal.

Promising review: "I struggled for years with cracking and bleeding cuticles. This stuff is a lifesaver! Doesn’t leak at all, easy to apply, and very moisturizing. It's portable, too!" —Alexis

Get it from Amazon for $7.45.

25. Presenting an easy way to groom your brows if you're done with the pains of plucking and expense of waxing: the Schick dermaplaning razor. This gentle tool rids stray hairs and unwanted peach fuzz, all while removing the dead skin build-up complexion on your complexion.

26. If you have yet to uncover the sheer bliss that is a jade roller, there is no time like the present. Aesthetics aside, it promotes lymphatic drainage, improves circulation, and increases the effectiveness of all your skincare products — plus, it's basically a facial massage!? One can't go wrong.

Amazon, Gyan Yankovich / BuzzFeed

Promising review: "I don't even really care if this is good for my complexion, it feels so good to roll it on my face I would do it if there were no other benefits! That being said, I do feel it's making my skin smoother and less puffy over time. I leave it in the freezer and roll it on my face with some coconut/lavender oil serum in the morning. The quality of the roller seems top tier, and the jade is absolutely stunning!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $19.52.

To learn more, check out "Curious About Jade Rolling? Here's Everything You Need To Know".

27. Elevating your Netflix binge is as easy as one-two-spritz! This plant-based This Works pillow mist is infused with lavender, vetivert, and chamomile to really help you unwind and forget about all of those unnecessary emails you had to respond to this week.

28. DIY a ~mermaid bath bomb~ for a pastel soak that is so relaxing, you may even forget to 'gram it. If you share in my lack of patience for DIY activities, these black bath and rainbow-shaped options are equally as fun.

Amazon

Promising review (black bath bomb): "OMG, this smelled freaking amazing. I'm not a fan of flowery, sweet things and this was the perfect dark woodsy scent. Plus, it did NOT stain my body or my legs so I will definitely be buying another." —Jillian Bennett

Get the black bath bomb ($7.50) and cloud bath bomb ($8.99) from Amazon.

To learn more, check out "Transform Bathtime With These DIY Mermaid Bath Bombs".

29. Add extra exfoliation to your daily cleanser via a Grace & Stella spin brush. This waterproof, rechargeable brush ~spins~ away dead skin cells and removes all the built-up gunk trapped in your pores — the kind you wouldn't be able to get rid of with just your hands.

30. Nip brassiness in the bud with a cult-favorite Fanola purple shampoo. The violet pigment in this formula works to wash away unwanted yellow in your 'do, meaning you can extend the time between salon visits meaning you can SAVE A TON OF MONEY. Easy + affordable? Someone pinch me.

31. Combine 2 cups of sugar, 1 cup of walnut oil, 5 drops of vanilla essential oil, and one-half cup of dried rose petals. Mix it all up! Store it in a jar with a seal-tight lid! And voila! You've got yourself a fancy body scrub. contemplates opening an Etsy shop

BuzzFeed

Psst, you may want to listen to this Goodful Instagram how-to on full blast — the ASMR is real.

32. Ditch your phone and delve into a book of poetry instead. Reach for The Sun and Her Flowers by Rupi Kaur, which chronicles love in all forms: from the very worst to the very best. Prepare to highlight your favorite passages and reread them about, oh, a hundred million times while lying in bed all damn day.

33. Conquer Korean beauty rituals with takes deep breath this 10-step routine. Sounds excessive! I know! But it's easy to follow and tackles everything from dullness (cc: Cosrx snail mucin essence) to acne (and hello to you too, Mediheal tea tree sheet mask).

I mean, what do we love? Results.

34. Whip up your own wellness shots! These recipes aid in everything from hangovers to calming inflammation and, along with infused water (cc: #15), no drink screams "spa day" quite like a turmeric, cayenne, black pepper, orange juice, and lemon juice elixir.

BuzzFeed

I've recently became obsessed with the word of wellness shots (who am I?) and, in case you don't have the patience required to make your own, I highly recommend these probiotic shots from So Good So You. I truly love their ~digestion~ option: it's got apple cider vinegar juice, apple juice, carrot juice, and ginger juice — and somehow, it tastes great! This is coming from someone who absolutely detests ginger.

Here are the recipes for these DIY wellness shots.

35. Detox your scalp with Act+Acre oil treatment, because the amount of built-up dry shampoo that has become permanently lodged in your scalp = yuck. This cold-processed blend of moringa oil, basil leaf, amaranth oil, and baobab oil will remove impurities while promoting faster hair growth, reversing UV damage, and delivering some much-needed, non-greasy moisture that your mane will thank you for.

Me, on my way to do yet another face mask:

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The reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.

Looking for the perfect gift for any occasion? Check out all of BuzzFeed’s gift guides!

Need more for your skin? Check out Korean skincare products you need to know, cheap skincare products that are even better than luxury brands, products for an even skin tone or to deal with acne scars, or check out all of our beauty content for even more great stuff for your hair, skin, and more.

FAQs

Are turmeric shots good for you? ›

What are Turmeric Shots good for? Turmeric shots can be a nice addition to your daily routine supporting the ease of everyday aches and pains or helping us deal with the physical strain associated with exercise. Regular consumption can increase your daily antioxidant intake for enhanced wellness support.

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Can ginger shots help you lose weight? ›

In an experiment by the Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, a series of clinical trials were held to look into the effects of ginger shots on weight. It found that regular consumption may reduce body weight and waist-to-hip ratio—an indicator of fat around the waist.

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Can I drink ginger shots every day? ›

Some other health-promoting ingredients are often put in the concoction, Guerot says, including water, lemon juice, honey, turmeric, and black pepper. “The ideal serving size for a ginger shot is one-to-two ounces, and it is recommended to consume them no more than once daily,” she says.

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Is ginger shot bad for liver? ›

Fortunately, ginger is a food that has all the elements needed to prevent and treat liver problems. Experts suggest that ginger supplementation represents a new treatment strategy for NAFLD by improving the body's antioxidant activity, reducing inflammation and insulin resistance.

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What are the side effects of ginger and turmeric shots? ›

Be sure to consult with a healthcare provider before supplementing and decrease your dosage if you notice any side effects. Ginger may decrease blood clotting and blood sugar levels. In high doses, turmeric can cause side effects like rashes, headaches, and diarrhea.

Are there any dangers in taking turmeric? ›

Turmeric in food is considered safe. However, taking large amounts of turmeric and curcumin in supplement form for long periods of time may cause stomach upset and, in extreme cases, ulcers. People who have gallstones or obstruction of the bile passages should talk to their doctor before taking turmeric.

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Who should not take turmeric shots? ›

People who should not take turmeric include those with gallbladder problems, bleeding disorders, diabetes, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), infertility, iron deficiency, liver disease, hormone-sensitive conditions, and arrhythmia. Pregnant women and those who are going to undergo surgery should not use turmeric.

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Who should not take turmeric? ›

High doses of turmeric could have a blood-thinning effect; if taken on top of prescribed anticoagulants, this could increase the risk of dangerous bleeding. People with liver or bile duct problems should not take turmeric supplements, as they can increase bile production. Cooking with turmeric shouldn't cause problems.

Does cinnamon burn belly fat? ›

Cinnamon can boost metabolism, since the body uses more energy to process the spice than it does for other foods. Cinnamon may have an insulin-like action in the body, which is seen in the way sugar is broken down in the body. Cinnamon can also improve body metabolism, targeting the fat deposited in the abdominal area.

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How to take ginger for inflammation? ›

Experts say that consuming up to 4 g of ginger a day may help manage pain and inflammation and is likely safe. A person might consume ginger in foods and drinks, take ginger capsules, or use a cream that contains it. However, speak with a healthcare professional first.