Turmeric Tea
Turmeric is the golden spice of spices. For thousands of years, it has been used to make curry, flavour teas or make golden milk to spread its health benefits.
History of Turmeric Tea
The Curcuma Longa plant is grown in Southeast Asia, and the dried, yellow root is how turmeric is made. According to the Mayo Clinic, turmeric is called a functional food. It is categorised as such because the food is more than just something that is good to eat; it also has multiple health benefits to fight against diseases.
Health Benefits of Turmeric
Curcuma Longa’s chemical compounds that may be helpful to the body are known as curcuminoids, or, in simpler terms, curcumin. Curcumin is a powerful anti-inflammatory that may help prevent blood clots; this is helpful for people who have to sit for long periods of time such as on an international flight or at long business meetings.
Curcumin may also help those who want to be more active but are not able to due to arthritic conditions. According to a study on rheumatoid arthritis done by the Nirmala Medical Centre in Kerala, India, curcumin was found to be more potent than diclofenac sodium, an NSAID-like pain medication. The study also found that curcumin did not have the problematic side effects, like an upset stomach, that are usually associated with NSAIDS.
How to Make Turmeric Tea
1 tsp cinnamon
1 clove
1 tsp fresh ginger
A pinch of fresh ground black pepper
As much turmeric as you can handle!
Start with a teaspoon and go up from there.
1-2 cups of water
Raw honey
First, blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.Then, pour into a small sauce pan and heat for 3-5 minutes over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
Drink immediately.
Most importantly - enjoy!
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