Turmeric milk (aka golden milk) helps to reduce inflammation, joint pain and boosts the immune system.
Golden turmeric milk is a powerfully anti-inflammatory & nourishing beverage packed with antioxidants.
This turmeric milk recipe is an amazing drink my family and I enjoy drinking before bed. I always sleep so well when I make this in the evenings.
What is Turmeric?
Turmeric is a golden-yellow spice originally from India and is one of my favorite all-time, multi-talented remedies for many different ailments.
It can be used as an anti-inflammatory for people suffering from arthritis, joint pain, and muscle pain. It also aids in digestion, works as an anti-parasitic, and anti-bacterial.
When using turmeric, make sure to add block pepper. This will enhance the bioavailability of Turmeric, making it easy for your body to absorb the curcumin.
PrintGolden Milk (Turmeric Tea Recipe)
- Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 Cups of Coconut Milk
- 1/2 Teaspoon of Turmeric
- Pinch of Black Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/8 Teaspoon of Nutmeg
- 1/8 Teaspoon of Clove
- 1/4 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
- 1-2 Tablespoons of Raw Honey
Instructions
- Warm coconut milk in a small sauce pan over low heat.
- Mix in turmeric, spices, vanilla and honey.
- Stir well.
- Pour into two cups and enjoy!
Related recipes:
- Golden Milk Latte Mix
- Coconut Milk Eggnog (Dairy Free & Vegan)
- Thai Tea Recipe – Paleo/Dairy Free
- Pina Colada Smoothie
Sources
- Safety and anti-inflammatory activity of curcumin: a component of tumeric
- Black Pepper Boosts Turmeric’s Benefits
- Potential therapeutic effects of curcumin, the anti-inflammatory agent, against neurodegenerative, cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, autoimmune and neoplastic diseases
- Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin.
- On the Antioxidant Mechanism of Curcumin: Classical Methods Are Needed To Determine Antioxidant Mechanism and Activity
- Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor
- A randomized, pilot study to assess the efficacy and safety of curcumin in patients with active rheumatoid arthritis.
What is the problem with using cow milk?
Cow milk is an inflammatory. Which will work against the turmeric.
Can I put the rest in the fridge if I don’t drink all of it? How long will it last?
thanks!
Sandra
I’ve recently been been diagnosed with spondylitis and heard golden milk helps ease the pain and inflammation. Tried a few recipes and this is definitely the best!
can you use oil of cloves instead of cloves?
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Yum! I just made this Golden Milk and it is delicious. I added some fresh grated turmeric root (looks similar to ginger root) I also added some Silk coconut milk for coffee to it, it was a bit too thick at first.
So easy and so tasty!
I’ve been adding fresh grated turmeric root to almost anything; salad dressings, sprinkled on a salad, in muffins for a pop of colour, the list goes on… and now Golden Milk! Note: grating fresh turnmeric root stains things yellow, I bought a separate tiny grater for it and try not to get it on me or the counter!
Thank you for sharing your recipe!
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Looking forward to trying golden milk.
This golden milk looks amazing- am definitely going to try it!
Looks like 5*
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I wish to try this with Almond Breeze (30 calories). I am fearful still of coconut milk with my anorexic past, however, I have tried, LOVE, & keep my freezer stocked with Tiffany’s chocolate recipe candies using coconut oil…love, love love! I have always been underweight, however in last 4 yrs of serious therapy I have developed a much unwanted menopausal belly. I thought coconut oil was supposed to help you to lose your belly fat. At 55, I am living, breathing proof to the contrary. But, about the Almond Breeze…successfully substitutable?
I have tried this recipe for Golden Milk and it is really delicious and a nice drink to have before bedtime. 🙂
Can you use dairy milk for this recipe instead of coconut milk?
I used half coconut and half dairy to make it a bit thinner. Turned out great!
The problem with using dairy is, dairy causes inflammation in the body. Better to stick with a non-dairy.
Can you give this to a 2 and half year old?
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Just tried this recipe. Delicious. I heard so many great things about termeric. Looking forward to a good night’s rest.
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I have acid reflux and read somewhere that anyone with stomach problems should not use tumeric. Do you know if this is true, would really like to try this tumeric milk.
I have an esophageal hernia and I have been taking omeprisol
(Prilosec)for 15 years……I do not take it any longer……drinking golden milk has literally freed me from the medication. I can’t imagine where you got the idea that you couldn’t use turmeric for digestion…..
I just made these and they were easy to make and taste great! Thanks
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Where can I buy tumeric?
How do you get round the fact that it can stop the absorbtion of iron in the body?
Silly, silly question I am sure, but you say to pour into two cups. Is that two cups for me or one to share??? ?
Im excited about this;lookin forward to all the lovely recipes.
Hi Tiffany… A Q for u… Can I use coconut powder instead of fresh coconut water ???
Thank You
Can this be made in a larger quantity and drunk throughout the week, or does it need to be mixed each night?
Just wanted to mention that I am very sensitive to any kind of pepper and you can use ginger in place of pepper to help with the bioavailability. Ginger! Even more delicious1
four questions:
How often should you drink this? and How quickly do you notice benefits.
Also, I notice young living oils ads on your site do you sell young living oils? do you use oils?
Hello from Greece! My husband just ran the marathon today for the first time and I’m thinking of making him this drink. Do you think it’ll help?
How many cups a day do you recommend. We are in our 70’s and this old age gig is painful. You, my dear, are wonderful.
Hi Tiffany, many thanks for your recipe. Instead of using 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder, can I use fresh grated turmeric? If so, what is the quantity?
Cheers
Can a diabetic drink this.
I’m not able to download the coconut flour recipe e-book even after signing up for the newsletter. The site just keeps taking me back to the sign-up page.
Hi, if you add ginger to it, it is also good for sore throaths and a cold (Old indian home cure).
Will try this out. Just wanted to say how much I appreciate your time in sharing your recipes and tips. I would love to adopt you lol. I love coconut and you!
Aww you’re so sweet, Cheryl! Thanks for reading. 🙂
For “golden turmeric milk” do you use coconut milk from the can (thick), or from the refrigerated carton (thinner)?
Both will work but the canned will be thicker (and yummier in my opinion). 🙂
Do you know if this safe to drink while breast feeding?
Could canned coconut milk be used in this drink ?
Yes! I’ve used homemade and canned. The canned will be thicker, but still very good.
Thanks Tiffany for your wonderful life saving recipes.