This golden milk recipe is a healthy, healing drink that soothes your body and reduces inflammation. It’s a delicious morning beverage or have it before bed to help you sleep.
Turmeric is a very powerful anti-inflammatory that can safely reduce pain and swelling. It contains a powerful, non-toxic compound called curcumin. Studies found that turmeric’s anti-inflammatory effects are on a par with potent drugs such as hydrocortisone and Motrin, yet none of their side effects.
The fat from the nut milk gives you a huge boost of energy to fuel your brain and body. Having fat in the morning tells your body it’s safe, there’s fuel, you can relax but without the sugar spike. The fat at night soothes your body so you sleep better.
Turmeric is fat-soluble and absorbs into the body better with fats. It has a lot of health benefits – including decreasing inflammation, easing joint discomfort, soothing indigestion and heartburn, boosting immunity, protecting the heart and brain, and lowering cholesterol levels. Black pepper increases the bioavailability (rate of absorption) of turmeric.
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Golden Milk Turmeric Latte
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 1x
Description
A delightful beverage full of anti-inflammatory turmeric and healthy fasts. A great way to start your day or as a nighttime beverage to soothe your body to sleep.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups unsweetened almond or coconut milk (a combination is great)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 ½ teaspoon dried turmeric
- dash of black pepper (to increase absorption)
- 1 tablespoon organic coconut oil (increases absorption)
- 1 scoop collagen (optional for additional protein)
- 1 Tablespoon raw honey or maple syrup, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon more for for garnish
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a stainless steel pot and whisk to combine.
- Warm on a low-medium heat until heated to your desired level of hotness.
- Remove from heat and pour into a blender to get a latte consistency. Alternately use an electric milk frother.
- Taste to adjust sweetness.
- Pour into 2 mugs, sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Enjoy your golden turmeric latte.
- Prep Time: 2
- Cook Time: 3
- Category: Beverage, Paleo, Vegan
- Cuisine: Healthy
