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.
Health Benefits of 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.
The anti inflammatory properties of turmeric are ideal for treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Its antioxidant property also kills free radicals in the body which cause damage to cells. It has been found that those who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis and consume turmeric on a daily basis experience a lot of relief from moderate to mild joint pains and inflammation.
Turmeric can be used to treat diabetes by regulating the level of insulin. It is also helpful in improving glucose control and it increases the effects of medications that are used to treat diabetes. Another benefit is its effectiveness in reducing insulin resistance which may prevent onset of type 2 diabetes.
Turmeric contains a substance known as lipopolysaccharide that helps to stimulate the immue system of the body. Its antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral agents help to strengthen immune system. A strong immune system will reduce the chances of suffering from coughs, flu or cold. If you get cold or flu, you should mix one teaspoon of turmeric powder in a glass of warm milk and drink it once a day.
It is also a natural antibacterial and antiseptic agent which can be used as a disinfectant. If you have a burn or cut, you can sprinkle some powder on the area that is affected to speed up the healing process. It also helps to repair damaged skin and treat inflammatory conditions.
Turmeric helps in memory and brain health. By taking turmeric, you can improve oxygen intake of the brain which helps it all brain processes and functions. When your brain is working at its best, hormones such as serotonin and melatonin increase.
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.
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.
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Golden Milk (Turmeric Tea Recipe)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Ingredients
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!
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Joyce
April 24, 2019 at 10:27 amI just made this and it tasted great. My only concern is that at the bottom of my cup we’re a bunch of spices. Did I do something wrong. Should I cook it longer?
Emilia
October 15, 2018 at 6:27 pmWhat is the problem with using cow milk?
Carol
October 30, 2018 at 2:46 amCow milk is an inflammatory. Which will work against the turmeric.
J
June 12, 2019 at 8:30 amMy family raises milk cows and we have the dna and natural probiotics which most of the world does not have, thus milk may cause risk to many but be very healthy for some. Secondly most world peoples must boil milk because they do not have the skill or ability to test milk free of pathogens, this cooked milk kills most benefits of raw life giving milk. Yes cooked milk is highly inflammatory but raw milk is healing. If you give kittens fresh raw milk they grow healthy but if you give them cooked milk they become ill. Most testing done on milk is done on cooked milk not raw milk, thus so many negative tests and the genetic background of individuals are not included in the tests as to whether they can digest milk or become ill from it. I drink raw milk daily for twenty years with no negative inflammation or negative effects! Just don’t cook it or kill it!
Sandra Pereira
December 13, 2017 at 11:01 amCan I put the rest in the fridge if I don’t drink all of it? How long will it last?
thanks!
Sandra
Nilannawen
October 28, 2017 at 7:37 pmI’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!
Janet Evans
August 18, 2017 at 3:04 amcan you use oil of cloves instead of cloves?
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mergatroid
May 11, 2017 at 7:23 pmYum! 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!
Barbara Beaver
April 23, 2017 at 2:10 amThank you for sharing your recipe!
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Marjorie
March 21, 2017 at 2:49 pmLooking forward to trying golden milk.
Yvonne
February 24, 2017 at 3:32 amThis golden milk looks amazing- am definitely going to try it!
Looks like 5*
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Judy
February 23, 2017 at 10:49 amI 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?
Connie Hannah
February 22, 2017 at 6:12 amI have tried this recipe for Golden Milk and it is really delicious and a nice drink to have before bedtime. 🙂
Karen Heinemann
February 17, 2017 at 6:03 amCan you use dairy milk for this recipe instead of coconut milk?
Nilannawen
October 28, 2017 at 7:39 pmI used half coconut and half dairy to make it a bit thinner. Turned out great!
Carol
October 30, 2018 at 2:51 amThe problem with using dairy is, dairy causes inflammation in the body. Better to stick with a non-dairy.
Kari
December 8, 2016 at 8:43 amCan you give this to a 2 and half year old?
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Pauline
November 28, 2016 at 10:34 pmJust tried this recipe. Delicious. I heard so many great things about termeric. Looking forward to a good night’s rest.
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Valerie Ward
November 12, 2016 at 6:07 amI 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.
Sandi
February 21, 2017 at 2:05 amI 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…..
Priscilla
October 22, 2016 at 6:07 pmI just made these and they were easy to make and taste great! Thanks
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Lisa
September 29, 2016 at 5:47 pmWhere can I buy tumeric?
Michelle Rogers
February 16, 2016 at 1:28 pmHow do you get round the fact that it can stop the absorbtion of iron in the body?
Shannon
February 8, 2016 at 2:37 pmSilly, silly question I am sure, but you say to pour into two cups. Is that two cups for me or one to share??? ?
Noornissa
January 23, 2016 at 8:15 amIm excited about this;lookin forward to all the lovely recipes.
Ronald Monteiro
December 10, 2015 at 8:24 amHi Tiffany… A Q for u… Can I use coconut powder instead of fresh coconut water ???
Thank You
Daisy
December 3, 2015 at 12:11 pmCan this be made in a larger quantity and drunk throughout the week, or does it need to be mixed each night?
Kristina
November 24, 2015 at 8:02 pmJust 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
Karen Countryman
November 19, 2015 at 9:06 amfour 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?
karen
April 6, 2019 at 6:18 pmI am doing Keto. Can I replace the honey?
Jenny
November 8, 2015 at 12:19 pmHello 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?
Berti
November 7, 2015 at 10:34 amHow 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.
Justina
November 4, 2015 at 12:33 amHi 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
Delores
October 30, 2015 at 6:17 pmCan a diabetic drink this.
Joan
October 30, 2015 at 10:40 amI’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.
Pravisha
October 30, 2015 at 3:27 amHi, if you add ginger to it, it is also good for sore throaths and a cold (Old indian home cure).
Cheryl
October 29, 2015 at 5:52 pmWill 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!
The Coconut Mama
October 30, 2015 at 10:54 amAww you’re so sweet, Cheryl! Thanks for reading. 🙂
Susan Zimmer
October 29, 2015 at 4:31 pmFor “golden turmeric milk” do you use coconut milk from the can (thick), or from the refrigerated carton (thinner)?
The Coconut Mama
October 30, 2015 at 10:54 amBoth will work but the canned will be thicker (and yummier in my opinion). 🙂
Jen Marini
October 29, 2015 at 3:03 pmDo you know if this safe to drink while breast feeding?
CAROL TRIPP
October 29, 2015 at 2:03 pmCould canned coconut milk be used in this drink ?
The Coconut Mama
October 30, 2015 at 10:53 amYes! I’ve used homemade and canned. The canned will be thicker, but still very good.
Aritablas@gmail.com
May 20, 2019 at 11:18 pmI just made it with caned coconut milk, it was thicker while it was cold but as soon as I heated it it became watery… It is really good, I love the combination of the coconut flavor and turmeric! Can I make it at night and drink it cold the next day?
Thank you.
The Coconut Mama
May 21, 2019 at 7:16 amSure!
Martha R Staley
October 29, 2015 at 1:48 pmThanks Tiffany for your wonderful life saving recipes.