OVER INDULGED IN HEATWAVE FOOD? TRY THIS...

Having a dicky tummy during a heatwave is no joke...

3-ingredient Smoothie that soothes summer stomach upsets
'This tasted really good and the ginger settled my stomach settle in an hour.' Taster

Here's a quick 3-ingredient smoothie that will help.

Hot weather can play havoc with food, leading to stomach ailments of various intensity.  

According to the NHS, common symptoms are:

• feeling sick to the stomach
• stomach cramps
• tummy pain
• lack of energy & weakness
• low or no appetite
• fever

and in worst cases:

• vomiting
• diarrhoea

The most important treatment is to drink plenty of liquids but also:

• don't eat until you feel up to it and stick to small non-fatty meals
• bland foods like toast, crackers, rice & bananas are good choices
• avoid alcohol, caffeine, fizzy drinks & spicy and fatty foods
• if things haven't improved within 3 days, see your doctor

In the early stages of stomach discomfort, this smoothie is perfect.  It is an ideal remedy during a heatwave: it's liquid, naturally sweet, soothing and refreshingly cold. 

The ginger is the medicinal ingredient here; don't hold back unless you're dealing with young kids.  Ginger is not over-powering but cuts the sweetness and calms the stomach. 

Cost: pennies
Serve: 1

Ingred: 
    2 generous handfuls frozen strawberries (if not frozen add a couple of ice cubes)
    1 ripe banana, peeled
    1/2-1 tablespoons (yes, tablespoon) grated peeled chopped fresh ginger 
    1/2 cup water

Method:
Blend in a smoothie maker or food processor; add a slice or 2 of banana for garnish.

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This recipe has been developed by B M Lee/ Bright Sun Enterprises.  It may not be reproduced without the author's written permission.