Stress relief: In a previous RTS, we discussed options for stress relief during this uncertain time and pandemic-induced quarantine. Here’s a basic moon milk recipe, courtesy of savorrecipes.com.

Moon Milk

Serving Size: 1

Ingredients

1 cup whole milk

1/2 teaspoon spice powder (turmeric, beet, matcha, or butterfly pea flower)

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon cloves

1/8 teaspoon ginger

Pinch star anise

1 tablespoon honey

Preparation

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk milk with selected spice powder, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, anise. Steep for 10 minutes, until flavors fully develop.

Remove from heat and incorporate honey to serve.

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Other ideas for stress relief: Here are a few more ways to deal with stress while we are under a stay at home order through the month of April:

Cut back on caffeine — for those who aren’t heading out to work but haven’t cut back on the multiple cups of coffee in a day, you may notice you feel jittery or very anxious. While this situation heightens anxiety, your coffee intake may also be contributing. Consider cutting out one cup a day and see if that makes a difference.

Chew gum — studies have shown that people who chew one stick of gum per day have a greater sense of wellbeing and lower stress levels. If you have a supply of gum at home and are finding you are stressed, put a piece of gum in your mouth.

Laugh — all too often in stressful situations, things stay serious. If you and the family are finding you spend a lot of time annoyed, try turning on a comedy or finding YouTube videos of spectacular fails.