This warm turmeric milk may help you ease the uncomfort of cold or coughing in the cold and flu season. It’s worth for a try, and it’s simple:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 16 ounces milk
- 1 heaping tsp raw honey
- one 2 inch cinnamon stick
Steps to make this super drink:
- Pour milk in a small sauce pan and heat on medium until hot but not boiling
- Then add turmeric and cinnamon stick
- Pour into a glass
- Add raw honey. Mix well.
This is a flavor inspired by India, you can make this as an alternative to hot cocoa, this warm drink may gives you a comfort feeling instantly and ultimately it gives you the energy to fight the cold. It’s good for sore throat too.
Let’s see what benefits can we receive from this drink:
Health benefits of Turmeric
-As a natural antibacterial agent, it’s useful in disinfecting cuts and burns
-Prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease
-Prevents prostate cancer when combined with cauliflower
-Prevents and kills melanoma cells
-It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as a cure for depression
-It’s a natural liver detoxifier
-Prevents metastases from occurring in many different forms of cancer.
-Promotes weight loss by aiding in fat metabolism
-Natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
-Natural painkiller
-Potent natural anti-inflammatory without side effects
Health benefits of Cinnamon
-Studies have shown that just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon included in a daily diet can lower cholesterol
-Reduces blood sugar levels
-Study has shown that cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells
-It has been used to treat toothache and cure bad breath
-An effective treatment for flu, sore throat and congestion
-It’s effective for both external and internal infections due to its antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral and antiseptic properties
-Reduces arthritis pain
-Relieve headaches and migraine
-It’s recommended for pimples as it helps in removing blood impurities
-A natural muscle and joint pain relief
-When combine with honey, it’s good for boosting immune system
Health benefits of Raw honey
-Balances blood sugar
-Has a large amount of friendly bacteria
-Used for ulcers
-Aids in digestion
-Anti-fungal and anti bacterial properties helps to heal wounds and cuts
-Boosts immunity and weight loss
-Cures cough naturally
-Keeps your skin and hair healthy, it’s been widely used as a hair conditioner, facial mask and skin moisturizer
Resources:
http://www.healthdiaries.com/
http://www.myhealthylunchideas.com/
http://ezinearticles.com/
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