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It’s one of the hottest health trends today, but what exactly is Golden Milk?

Also known as Turmeric Milk, Golden Milk, is not really a milk in the traditional dairy sense. It’s more like a chai tea. It combines turmeric typically with coconut milk, almond milk or coconut oil (if you prefer) for a super health boost. Sometimes it includes other spices or flavorings like honey, cinnamon or ginger depending on preference, but the real powerhouse is turmeric.

Native to India where it is known as the “spice of life,” turmeric (Curcuma longa) is the golden yellow spice in curry dishes. But its use extends far beyond curries.  

For centuries turmeric’s been prized for medicinal reasons as well, and many Indian households add it to coconut milk for a range of immediate and chronic health concerns. Hence, Golden Milk or Turmeric Milk because of its yellow, milky appearance. Scientists now know that it’s the curcumin content that gives turmeric its healthy punch.

Top 10 Golden Milk (Turmeric Milk) Benefits

• Helps bolster the immune system. Turmeric Milk protects your immune system, especially during certain times of the year. A cup of Turmeric Milk on an empty stomach or just before bedtime helps to fortify your defenses.
• Eases digestive issues. Turmeric fights excess gas and bloating because it works to increase bile flow. This may be why turmeric was first added to food.
• Detoxifies. Every day your body faces an onslaught of toxins entering into the blood through the environment, food and drink. Turmeric helps eliminate these impurities by supporting healthy liver function. It also acts as a diuretic, so any toxins get flushed out of your system quickly.
• Aids skin. Turmeric can make skin appear smoother, clearer, softer. This may be due to its positive effect internally on the immune system.
• Enhances joint comfort. If you suffer joint pain from arthritis, you’re probably already familiar with capsaicin for topical relief. From chili peppers, capsaicin cream warms you up externally, similarly turmeric warms you up internally.
• Helps you sleep. A glass of warm milk at bedtime is a well-known remedy for sleep due to its tryptophan content which increases serotonin levels in the brain. Due to several chemical reactions, turmeric can help ensure tryptophan remains bioavailable to the brain so you can relax.
• Delivers antioxidants. Turmeric is loaded with antioxidants to fight harmful free radicals and inflammation, a leading source of many health issues, and it contributes to overall wellness.
• Fosters memory and learning. Curcumin, the active constituent in turmeric, has been studied for its positive effect on certain neurotransmitters in your brain involved in the growth of brain cells, cognitive ability and memory.
• Supports heart health. Initial studies show turmeric is linked to a lower risk of heart and cholesterol-related issues. It seems curcumin enhances the functioning of blood vessel linings, vital for heart health.
• Lifts mood. Turmeric’s role as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory may boost mood. It has a positive effect on the brain as it increases dopamine and serotonin and plays a role in the hypothalamus-adrenal regulation, which can impact your disposition.

Golden Milk Recipe…Simple and Fast

You’ll be thrilled to know there’s a fast, easy way to make your own Golden Milk or Turmeric Milk recipe and even customize it to your taste with a few optional ingredients. Some like to sip a soothing cup before bedtime, others prefer to start their morning with it. Whenever you drink Golden Milk, you’re sure to enjoy a healthy mind and body boost.

Main ingredients for Golden Milk:

• ½ cup unsweetened coconut or almond milk
• 1 teaspoon dried turmeric
• ½ teaspoon of cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
• ½ cup water

Optional ingredients for Golden Milk:

• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
• Pinch of ginger
• Pinch of cayenne

Preparation of Golden Milk:

Combine using a blender or whisk: coconut milk, turmeric, cinnamon, ground pepper and water. Pour into a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, simmer about 10 minutes, pour into mugs, sweeten with honey if desired. Drink milk hot or warm.

Golden Milk can be made 5 days in advance. Refrigerate in a tight container and warm before serving.