Golden milk (Turmeric milk ) : An ancient Indian remedy

Turmeric milk is a traditional beverage rooted in Vedic culture of India and now it has been gaining popularity in western countries as "Golden Milk".Traditionally it is prepared by boiling milk with turmeric, ginger and cinnamon.

                                                                                                                                                                                          Turmeric is obtained from the rhizome of Curcuma longa which is a miraculous  herb from India

Our homegrown turmeric 

This super spice has numerous health benefits and the key to its healing power is the chemical compound "curcumin".
well, here are the few most popular benefits and the reason why  you should have turmeric milk:
Respiratory disorders: Turmeric is having antimicrobial properties that help to fight against various infection causing microbes .turmeric being hot in potency helps you to get rid of phlegm and mucus in the chest and throat.
Anti-inflammatory properties: Turmeric milk has anti-inflammatory properties and plays a major role in chronic disorders and helps in reducing joint pain and promote healing.
Blood purifier: an amazing blood purifier and also improves blood circulation.

Reproductive health: turmeric is also known to boost reproductive health and has antispasmodic properties that ease menstrual cramps.
Antiseptic: In India turmeric is most commonly used antiseptic for cuts and wounds, along with this when taken internally it can also help to heal intestinal ulcers and promote digestion.
Antioxidant: turmeric is loaded with antioxidants that are much needed.
Beautiful skin: turmeric is one of the most commonly used ingredients in Ayurveda beauty products, it is known to give you beautiful and glowing skin.

How to make your own turmeric milk at home
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
                       1 small piece of grated fresh ginger
                       1/2 teaspoon cinnamon powder
                       1 glass of milk
                       1 honey /sugar /any sweetener
procedure: simply mix all the ingredients in a pot and bring it to boil .heat for about 8-10 mins
 or until fragrant.stain the drink into mug and top with cinnamon or peppermint leaves.

Talking about Pukka Herbs  - Golden turmeric tea, it is a blend of some powerful herbs like Turmeric, lemon fruit, cardamom, licoric root, lemon Vana tulsi leaf and whole leaf green tea which was basically given to me by one of my yoga students and I must say its very soothing and effective.

So don’t forget to enjoy your cup of turmeric milk 🥛

Blessings @anahat_unstrucksound / Dr.grishma Dessai