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noon pick-me-up or relaxing nighttime sleep aid.
Turmeric Tea is an anti-in ammatory infusion of fresh turmer-
ic and ginger (either sliced or grated), mixed with fresh lemon, a sweetener of your choice, and black pepper. Just add boiling water and let it steep. is beverage can be enjoyed each day as apart of your overall wellness regimen.
Lini Mazumdar, owner of Lotus Moon Medicinals, is a cer- tified Herbalist and Ayurvedic Nutrition Counselor. She ad- vises the following remedy to soothe a sore throat or oncoming cold. Mix 1/2 teaspoon raw honey with 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
RECIPE
Golden Milk
INGREDIENTS
1/4 teaspoon (you can work up to 1/2 teaspoon) of turmeric paste* (recipe below)
1 cup organic milk or non-dairy option, i.e. almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, etc.
1 teaspoon coconut oil (turmeric is fat-soluble, so be sure to add this for absorption)
ground black pepper (up to 1/4 teaspoon, but less is ne) cinnamon, if desired
sweetener to taste, i.e. honey, agave, maple syrup, stevia
DIRECTIONS
1. Stir together milk and turmeric paste in pot and cook on medium heat, until steaming but not boiling. Add pepper and cinnamon, if desired. Remove from heat. Add sweetener and coconut oil just prior to drinking.
2. Mix equal parts water and organic turmeric powder in a small pot (one you don’t mind staining) and slowly heat for 6-10 minutes, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens into a paste. You can add a small amount of additional water if it is too thick.
3. Allow to cool. Transfer to a glass container and refrigerate. Turmeric paste will stay fresh for up to two weeks.
*Turmeric Paste
powder (or equal parts of each), and eat slowly throughout the day. In addition to being an effective remedy, it is delicious and very soothing.
Although many regard turmeric as a magical elixir, it does have some contraindications. Curcumin may interact with certain drugs such as blood thinning agents and NSAIDs. Consumption is also not recommended for those with gallstones. Some people are al- lergic to turmeric, and it has also been known to cause contact dermatitis. Always begin with small amounts, or check with your physician if you are unsure.
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