TASTING WELL

When we separate pleasure from nutrition in our diets, we end up less nourished both physically and emotionally. Enjoying what you eat and drink is good for you. Flavour can also heal. Each taste has a therapeutic effect on the body. Tonics are an easy way to incorporate all of these tastes into your lifestyle on a regular basis.

Bitterness

The key quality of a tonic. Tonics are bitter by nature, and it’s this taste that stimulates all of our bodily systems.

Saltiness

Salt is essential for sustaining hydration and maintaining a good balance of electrolytes to keep our organs functioning smoothly. These electrolytes include magnesium, potassium, calcium and sodium.

Sourness

The acidity of sour ingredients triggers the digestive process, activating the salivary glands, stimulating the appetite and improving the absorption of the essential nutrients in what you are eating or drinking.

Spiciness

Spices help to increase your body heat, invigorate the blood, boost the metabolism and encourage weight loss, as well as suppressing aches and pains. They are perfect for treating common colds.

Sweetness

If nothing else, sugar gives you energy and makes all those sour ingredients taste better.