Functional Add-Ins for Your Sipping Broth

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A hot mug of sipping broth in the morning can be a comforting way to start a chilly day. When it’s made with lots of vitamin-packed veggies and protein-packed bones, broth can also be a general nutritional powerhouse. And if you’re feeling a little off, the wellness department has plenty of add-ins you can mix into your mug for an additional functional boost to support a variety of body functions!

You can buy scratch-made bone broth from the deli or make your own at home. Try this recipe for pork bone broth, chicken bone broth, or vegan vegetable broth.

Note: The following prices are accurate as of October, 2024 and are subject to change. You can view up-to-date prices at the Lakewinds storefront at Instacart.

If you’re feeling groggy

Some mornings you just don’t feel like yourself. Lack of sunlight, hectic holidays, the cold — all these things can conspire to sap your energy. You may be tempted to turn to an extra cup of coffee for relief. But adding more caffeine can lead to feeling jittery now and even drowsier later. Instead, try one of the following in your broth:

  • Navitas Organic Maca powder, $8.99
  • Ancient Nutrition Super Greens powder, $35.99
If you’re feeling foggy

Sometimes, summoning mental clarity and focus feels impossible. For those mornings, we recommend adding functional mushrooms to your broth. Blends featuring lion’s mane and reishi can help support staying alert and focused.

  • Four Sigmatic Think Mushroom Elixir Mix with Lion’s Mane, $1.99
  • Host Defense Reishi Mushroom Mycelium Powder, $31.99
If you’re coming down with something

If you wake up with that all-too-familiar feeling of a scratchy throat, runny nose, or stuffy head, it’s time for symptom relief. Try dissolving some homeopathic tablets or steeping cold care tea in your broth to ease your discomfort.

  • Boiron Coldcalm Homeopathic Cold Relief tablets, $11.99
  • Boiron Oscilococcinum Homeopathic Medicine for Flu-Like Symptoms, $12.99
  • Traditional Medicinals Organic Herbal Cold Care tea, $5.99
  • Traditional Medicinals Organic Throat Coat tea, $5.99
If everyone around you is coming down with something

We’ve all been there before: It seems like suddenly everyone you know is home sick. There’s no better reminder to give your immune system some support! Elderberry and echinacea are popular choices, but there are also many great herbal blends you can try that feature a number of immune-supporting ingredients.

  • Herb Pharm Rapid Immune Boost, $17.99
  • Source Naturals Wellness Formula Advanced Immune Support, $24.99
  • Wish Garden Kick-Ass Immune Activator, $24.99
  • Emergen-C Vitamin C Dietary Supplement Drink Mix, $13.99
If you’re feeling dried out

Crisp, clear winter air can be deliciously refreshing — in small doses. Too much and it can start to dry out your skin. A good skin care routine that includes washing and moisturizing with gentle lotion is essential. For an added dose of skin support, try adding the following to your broth:

  • Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides, $1.99
  • Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil, $27.99
  • NeoCell Hyaluronic Acid Berry Liquid with Vitamin C, $31.99
If you need digestive support

Sometimes your body just needs a little extra support to stay regular. When that happens, try one of these add-ins for your broth:

  • Organic India Psyllium Powder, $16.99
  • Traditional Medicinals Organic Smooth Move Tea, $5.99

Mix and match to create the perfect potion to match your status. With functional add-ins to your sipping broth, feeling a little off doesn’t have to derail your whole day.

Want to add more functional ingredients to your lifestyle? Check out this recipe for functional mushroom soup, or discover other hot drinks with functional add-ins.