What's Golden Milk?!
Golden milk is a traditional Indian drink that people make with turmeric, which gives it a yellow or gold hue. People also call golden milk “turmeric milk.” There are so many different variations of Golden Milk. Essentially, to make golden milk, you warm up nondairy milk with turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, and other spices. Many of these spices contain antioxidants or have anti-inflammatory properties.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?
Here are some UNREAL HEALTH BENEFITS of making and consuming Golden Milk:
~ Reduces Inflammation: which can prevent or manage conditions such as; heart disease, cancer, arthritis, Alzheimers disease and metabolic syndrome.
~ Prevents Cell Damage
~ Improves Mood
~ Supports Brain Function & Improves Memory
~ Prevents Heart Disease
~ Reduces Risk of Cancer
~ Lowers Blood Sugar
~ Boosts the Immune System
~ Improves Bone Health
~ Aids in Digestion
HOW DO YOU MAKE IT?
This specific recipe makes a decadent, full bodied and rich Golden Milk that is so fulfilling (AND SO DAMN DELISH) it can be consumed as a snack!
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups coconut milk (canned is best, but carton works too)
1 1/2 cups unsweetened plain almond milk (DIY or store-bought)
1 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 Tbsp coconut oil
Honey to taste
Instructions:
To a small saucepan, add coconut milk, almond milk, ground turmeric, ground ginger, cinnamon stick, coconut oil, and sweetener of choice (I usually add 3 Tbsp of honey)
Whisk to combine and warm over medium heat. Heat until hot to the touch but not boiling – about 4 minutes – whisking frequently.
Turn off heat and taste to adjust flavour. Add more sweetener to taste or more turmeric or ginger for intense spice + flavour.
Serve immediately, dividing between two glasses. Best when fresh, though leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave until hot.
I hope you guys enjoy it as much as I do!
Love, Peace & Health,
-LH