When your body feels inflamed, run-down, or overstimulated, the nervous system often craves warmth, simplicity, and grounding foods. This savory comfort soup is inspired by traditional home kitchens where healing began with a pot on the stove—not supplements or extremes.
Made with anti-inflammatory spices, gentle aromatics, and nourishing broth, this soup is especially supportive during flare-ups, cold weather, hormonal shifts, or high-stress seasons. It’s not about fixing the body—it’s about supporting it.
INGREDIENTS & WHY THEY’RE USED
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Healthy fats support nutrient absorption and gentle digestion. - 1 small onion, chopped
Provides sulfur compounds that support immune and inflammatory pathways. - 3 cloves garlic, minced
Traditionally used to support immune response and circulation. - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
Warming, soothing, and commonly used for inflammation, digestion, and nausea. - 1 tsp ground turmeric (or 1 tbsp fresh)
Contains curcumin, widely known for its anti-inflammatory properties. - ¼ tsp black pepper
Enhances turmeric absorption and adds gentle warmth. - 4–5 cups vegetable or bone broth
Provides minerals, hydration, and comfort during low-energy days. - Salt to taste
Helps restore electrolytes, especially when appetite is low. - Optional additions: leafy greens, carrots, zucchini, shredded chicken, or rice.
HOW TO MAKE
- Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until soft and translucent.
- Stir in garlic, ginger, turmeric, and black pepper; cook 30–60 seconds.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer 15–20 minutes. Add optional vegetables or protein if using.
- Season with salt. Serve warm.
HOW TO USE
- Best enjoyed warm, slowly, and mindfully
- Ideal for lunch, dinner, or flare-up days
- Can be sipped like broth if appetite is low
STORAGE
- Refrigerate up to 4 days
- Freeze up to 2 months
- Reheat gently—avoid boiling to preserve nutrients
SHOPPING LIST (Quick Grab)
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Garlic
- Fresh ginger
- Turmeric (fresh or ground)
- Black pepper
- Broth (vegetable or bone)
