TURMERIC CHAI – (THE MAGICAL WONDER DRINK)
Turmeric chai or golden milk is a traditional Ayurvedic drink, used for centuries to improve overall health and vitality. It is usually taken at night to promote sleep and heal an array of ailments, including common colds, sore throats, indigestion, diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s disease, menstrual cramps, headaches and arthritis.
It is also claimed to fight breast, liver, colon and prostate cancer, relieve depression, promote digestive health, detoxify the liver, purify blood, boost circulation, accelerate wound-healing, relieve pain, protect against cardiovascular disease and help with neurological disorders.
Most of turmerics super powers hail from its key compound, curcumin, which has strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antiseptic properties. The health benefits of turmeric are further enhanced by adding black pepper, as research shows that black pepper contains piperine, a compound that helps the body absorb curcumin more effectively.
Cinnamon, ginger and cardamom are also an important addition to the milk as they not only enhance the flavour, they also offer supplementary health benefits. The cinnamon helps to control blood sugar, reduces bad cholesterol and improves circulation. Whilst the cardamom and ginger improves digestion, aids detoxification and quells bad breath. The addition of cold pressed virgin coconut oil increases the immune-boosting and cholesterol-lowering benefits of this miracle milk.
INGREDIENTS
Unsweetened almond, soy or other non dairy milk
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp cinnamon powder
1/2 tsp cardamom powder
1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger
1/2 tsp cold pressed coconut oil
Raw honey or pure maple syrup to taste
METHOD
Pour a glass of milk into a pan and simmer gently on a low heat. Then place all of the remaining ingredients into the pan with the milk (except honey or maple syrup) and stir well.
Strain the liquid through a small, fine mesh sieve or tea strainer and sweeten with a little honey or maple syrup.
Drink this golden magic brew daily in the evenings before going to bed and sleep like a baby. Sweet dreams !! x
