DIY Turmeric Latte Recipe

This warm yellow drink is not only completely comforting, relaxing, and soothing at night, but extremely nutritious. I know it sounds a little funny, but I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s extremely nutritious.

Turmeric contains loads of nutrients especially antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which make this latte a winning combination of flavour + health.

Turmeric is in the ginger family, and the fresh or dried and powdered root that is used for cooking and plant medicine. It has a warm, slightly spicy, bold, and earthy flavour and when mixed with a hint of sweetness makes this my new favourite night time beverage.

A warm creamy mug of something rich and delicious is just plain comforting. Drinking anything warm in the evening hours provides soothing effects on our digestion and almost instantaneously relaxes us. Traditionally Turmeric Milk comes from Ayurvedic traditions in Indian cultures and is called haldi doodh.

TURMERIC IS A TREASURED HEALING SPICE IN EASTERN CULTURES

Traditional Ayurvedic uses for turmeric are extensive. Turmeric is used to help everything from coughs, sore throats, colds, flus, stomach aches, headaches, skin care issues, and even wound healing due to it’s anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties.

Turmeric milk is not only high in antioxidants, anti inflammatory compounds, healthy fats, but also manganese and iron. Traditional Turmeric Milk recipes call for black pepper which actually enhances our body’s absorption of curcumin, the main component found in turmeric, and that’s a good thing!! Curcumin may stop the action of a liver enzyme that activates environmental toxins into carcinogenic forms, and may be especially useful in deactivating the carcinogens in cigarette smoke and chewing tobacco.

Turmeric boosts your immune system and protects the body’s vital organs from viral attack.

Turmeric in the diet increases the production of enzymes that digest fats and sugars, and stop cholesterol from forming gallstones. Turmeric prevents the release of histamine in the stomach, quelling nervous stomach and counteracting food allergies and it fights gum inflammation by halting the action of a gene that creates irritant chemicals. Without the irritation, bacteria cannot find a place to grow, and the absence of bacteria reduces both bad breath and gingivitis.

Turmeric posses anti-inflammatory properties, which helps in strengthening the joints, and treats swelling caused by inflammation, and provides pain relief, improving muscle flexibility in arthritic patients.

Like many Ayurvedic foods and medicines, the ingredients in this recipe actually work in a synergistic fashion. Turmeric is a necessary ingredient in curry dishes, and is used in dressings, sauces, super food smoothies, and fresh pressed juices. All of these recipes are incredibly delicious and embrace the flavour and health benefits of turmeric without it being too bold or unpleasant.

Turmeric milk has been extensively used as a potent blood purifier and cleanser in Ayurveda. The presence of a wide range of vital nutrients in this golden milk boosts blood circulation. The antioxidants in turmeric also help in cleansing the lymphatic system, enhancing the purification process. Turmeric also acts as powerful antispasmodic agent easing menstrual pain and cramps.

The University of Maryland Medical Center reports that it is safe to cook with Turmeric while pregnant and nursing but that turmeric supplements should not be taken without a doctor’s advice. Since this latte contains Turmeric, consult with a doctor or midwife before consuming this if you are pregnant, nursing or have a medical condition.