Crafting the Perfect Golden MilK recipe: DIY Herbalism
What is Golden Milk?
Golden milk is an Ayurvedic drink that combines Turmeric with other warming herbs like Ginger, Cinnamon and Black Pepper. It is an incredibly nutritive and balancing dink, great for digestion and immunity. Discover the benefits of these herbs and learn to create your own Golden Milk with our easy DIY recipe. Here’s some useful info on these herbs.*
Herbs and spices to use in Golden Milk
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
A potent root with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Enhances digestive health and boosts immunity.
Fun fact: Combining Turmeric with black pepper increases the bioavailability of curcumin by up to 200%.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Moves energy in the body and supports digestive flow.
It’s a great antispasmodic, anti-nausea herb and has anti-inflammatory and anti-miocrobial properties.
Ideal for for post-meal comfort.
It may be too miuch for individuals with overactive gut motility, causing greater heat in the body.
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verum)
Demulcent herb that helps soothe and protect inflamed tissues such as in the digestive lining
Balances sugar levels and promotes blood circulation.
Sweet taste and soothing effect.
May aid in female flow during the menstrual cycle.
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum)
Stimulates the production of digestive enzymes to facilitate the breakdown of food in the digestive tract
Enhances the absorption of nutrients, particularly curcumin found in turmeric
Rich content of antioxidants, playing an important role in reducing free radicals in the body
Here’s the Golden Milk recipe
This delightful drink is great before bedtime, supporting your body's strength and providing relaxing, calming properties.*
Golden milk mixture of herbs turmeric ginger cinnamon black pepper
Golden Milk Paste
4 tbs of powdered Turmeric or 1 inch of fresh, ground Turmeric
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
5 tbs filtered water
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
Golden Milk Paste Instructions
Mix dry ingredients. Melt coconut oil on very low heat and quickly add in water + dry ingredients until evenly stirred and becomes a paste. Put into glass jar to cool, then refrigerate.
Golden Milk Drink
1 cup milk (non-dairy or dairy)
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1/4 teaspoon Golden Milk paste
Honey, to taste
Recipe Instructions
Put all ingredients in a saucepan on medium heat, stirring constantly. When it is fully blended and hot but not boiling, remove from heat and pour it into a cup. Add honey to taste (as desired). Sip and enjoy!
Golden Milk Easy Recipe Video Tutorial
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Golden Milk Recipe Easy Tutorial
Many ways to use golden make paste: enjoy versatility
You can easily add this paste into other dishes too to enjoy its health benefits! Try it in dishes like:
Soups
Salad dressing
Egg breakfast
Tofu dish
With roasted veggies: beets, carrots, sqaush, kale, mushrooms
How to incorporate Golden Milk in your life
Golden milk, with its potent herbal combo, isn't just a beverage; it's a holistic choice for well-being. Elevate your mornings or enjoy it before bedtime, sipping on relaxation and immune support. Experience the magic that comes from combining ancient herbal wisdom with the pleasure of a comforting drink. Cheers to health and DIY herbalism!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The information above is purely educational and cannot substitute professional medical advice. It is not intended to treat, cure, or diagnose medical conditions. Consult with a medical professional if youhave any concerns.
