GOLDEN MILK

Golden milk, golden milk latte, turmeric latte... different names for the completely same beverage. Golden milk is basically a mug of warm plant-based milk mixed with different spices that contain antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.

Main spice is turmeric that is very well known in Ayurveda and is becoming more and more recognised in a daily use for cooking and also skincare. The drink also contains cinnamon, ginger, black pepper that boosts the function of turmeric, maple syrup and some people also put in some vanilla paste and cardamom.

Main properties of golden milk:

1. It is loaded with antioxidants that fight cell damage and protect your body from infections and diseases. It improves your overall health.

2. Turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger have powerful anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation and joint pain.

3. Cinnamon and ginger lower blood sugar levels.

4. Golden milk is used in India to treat colds. Curcumin (found in turmeric) has been proven to have antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal properties.

5. Ginger and turmeric improve digestion.

6. In Ayurveda, golden milk is used to reduce risks of cancer, helps to detoxify the liver, improves your memory, lowers triglyceride levels, helps to balance, and improves skin problems.

7. Used to ease period cramps.

Recipe:

▫️200 ml of plant-based milk

▫️1 tsp of turmeric

▫️0,5 tsp of cinnamon

▫️0,5 tsp of ginger

▫️pinch of black pepper

▫️1 tbsp of maple syrup

▫️(vanilla paste)

Method:

👉🏼Mix the milk with spices, maple syrup (and vanilla paste), and bring it to a boil.

👉🏼Turn off the stove and pour it into a mug.