The best natural post-workout drink

After a tough workout, you need two things: anti-inflammation and muscle recovery. Ginger delivers both.

Why ginger after your workout?

• Reduces muscle soreness by 25% (Black et al., 2010 — University of Georgia)
• Inhibits COX-2 — the same pathway as ibuprofen, but without stomach side effects
• Speeds up recovery — less inflammation = faster return to training
• Improves blood circulation — faster nutrient delivery to muscles

Sugar after workout: the debate

Some say: "you need sugar after your workout." Partly true — you need glycogen. But a concentrate with 34g sugar/100ml causes an inflammatory spike (NF-κB) that slows down your recovery. Choose a meal with complex carbohydrates, not a sugar bomb.

INTI — ginger + turmeric + black pepper, zero sugar. The ideal post-workout shot.