It would seem that the season formerly known as Fall is now called Pumpkin Spice! I have to admit that I am one of those pumpkin spice loving fans! I have a hard time waiting for Thanksgiving for my first piece of pumpkin pie. Usually by the second week of September, pumpkin spice makes an appearance in my home. Whether it is muffins, pie, soup, or a hot cup of cozy, pumpkin spice is warmly welcomed by my taste buds.

Pumpkin spice is most often a blend of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg. All of these spices have wonderful health properties. Cinnamon is known to add a natural sweetness to foods and help regulate blood sugar levels. It has anti-inflammatory properties and a source of antioxidants. Ginger helps with nausea, digestion and supports the immune system. Nutmeg can improve your breath, improve digestion as well as relieve insomnia due to its magnesium content. As you can see, these spices can in fact be supportive to our overall health.

Why not try making yourself some homemade pumpkin spice syrup to enjoy in your tea, coffee, oatmeal, or drizzle on yogurt or ice cream?

Pumpkin SpicePumpkin Spice

2 tbsp pumpkin spice
1/3 c maple syrup
1 c water

Whisk and heat on the stove until you have a gentle boil. Remove from heat. Store in a small glass jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

To make a latte, add 1 tbsp to your mug of tea or coffee with warmed milk. Use a milk frother to make it taste extra creamy.

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