Ingredients
- 1 scoop (10g) unflavored hydrolyzed collagen peptide powder
- 1 cup warm water or unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon raw apple cider vinegar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon raw honey (optional)
- Juice of ½ fresh lemon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- A small pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Warm water or almond milk to just below boiling (160–170°F).
- Add collagen peptide powder to a mug.
- Pour warm liquid slowly while stirring to prevent clumps.
- Add apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, and ginger and mix well.
- Squeeze in fresh lemon juice and stir again.
- Add honey and cayenne if using, adjust to taste.
- Stir once more and let cool for 1–2 minutes.
- Drink first thing in the morning on an empty stomach.
Notes
Best consumed fresh daily. For convenience, pre-mix dry ingredients ahead of time. Consistency over several weeks provides the most noticeable benefits when combined with a balanced diet and regular exercise.
