TUMERIC ( CURCUMIN) GOLDEN MILK DRINK - WHY YOU SHOULD DRINK THIS WONDER DRINK

                                     

Tuermeric, a golden earthy spice that has been used for centuries in cooking and medicinal purposes.  Found to be a gentle detox for the digestive system as it calms and soothes inflammation , whilst gently detoxifying the liver and gallbladder of any toxins;no more gas or bloating! 

                                                            

This 'Golden Milk" drink is ideal at night an hour before bedtime - whilst you get a good nights sleep , this wonder drink will ' gently cleanse' your insides, boost your brain cell ( curcumin has been shown to boost memory and brain function) and improve any digestive tract that is a little 'off' ( ie constipation or diaorreah)

What other Health Benefits does Turmeric have?

*Fresh Turmeric is a member of the Ginger family has has very similiar health benefits.

The main compound in turmeric is  Curcumin, this is what gives it its yellow color, and its this substance  thats responsible for the amazing health benefits. Curcumin has powerful antioxidant effects. 

In a recent study  of  60 depressed patients results showed that curcumin was as effective as prozac in alleviating the symptoms of depression.(US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health April 2014)

 In the Western hemisphere arthritis has become a  common ailement. There are several different types of  arthiritis but most involve some sort of inflammation in the joints.Curcumin has been shown to be an anti-inflammatory aid.  I drink turmeric in hot mint tea or as this milk drink to help me with joint pain - hands. Over the year that I have been taking it, I have definately felt a difference in my hands, they don't ache half as much and I have radically reduced the Advil for pain relief, which no doubt my liver is thankful for!

BLACK PEPPER - why you should use this with Turmeric

Black pepper is an  important ingredient to golden milk because when  you combine black pepper and turmeric, you increase the curcumin about a thousand times; resulting in your bodies ability is able to absorb  it quickly and more efficiently..

                                                        

GOLDEN MILK DRINK

1/2 a cup of  water - filtered if possible

1/4 cup of organic turmeric powder or fresh root and grate

1/2 teaspoon of organic ground pepper.

INSTRUCTIONS:

 Mix all of the ingredients together in a small pot, stirring over  medium heat. Eventually, the mix becomes a paste, chill in the  fridge.  

                                                        

GOLDEN MILK

• 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric paste (from fridge)
• 1 cup of almond milk
• 1/4 cinnamon ( another anti-inflammatory compound)
• Organic,  honey for taste.
• Small handful of almond flakes (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS:  

Mix all the ingredients together over medium heat except the  honey.and almond flakes. Do not allow it to boil, keep stirring.  

Pour into mug and add a bit of honey for taste - decorate top with almonds for a little crunch drink  as soon as it's cool enough.

If using fresh tumeric - strain 

Fresh turmeric adds a 'bright yellow' flavor to this drink, whilst dried turmeric can be a good substituted when fresh is not available. Keep in  mind that dried turmeric will settle to the bottom of the mug, so stir  well before drinking.

                                                            

ENJOY AND SLEEP WELL ZZZZzzzzzzzz :)

                                                  

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* Benefits of drinking Ginger Tea - post from yesterday if you missed it!

https://steemit.com/food/@ladypenelope1/ginger-tea-why-you-should-drink-it-and-the-benefits