Golden Milk Benefits

Golden Milk Benefits

Healthy 'golden milk' is rapidly gaining popularity, but what is it? You might be surprised, golden milk is actually turmeric milk, which is being used by the people of the subcontinent for centuries.

In South Asian countries like India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, turmeric milk is commonly used for internal injuries and physical pain. But the use of this ancient Ayurvedic recipe is increasing in Germany and other European countries as well.

It has been reported that 'golden milk' is being used as an alternative treatment as well as for its nutritional properties. Its ingredients have healing powers and are also beneficial for the human immune system and if you prepare it to your liking, it is also delicious.

Ingredients and properties of golden milk

The first ingredient to prepare this drink is obviously milk. But if you are a vegetarian or 'vegan', i.e. do not consume meat, dairy or any animal products, then you can also use soy, almond or coconut milk.

The second ingredient is turmeric, which gives the drink its golden color. Apart from good color and taste, turmeric has other benefits. According to experts, it contains antioxidants that reduce inflammation. Apart from this, turmeric also helps in improving the digestive system.

It is also in practice that ginger and cinnamon are added to the drink called golden milk along with turmeric. Ginger also has many medicinal benefits and has been used in ancient Chinese and Indian medicine for centuries.

According to medical experts, ginger is very helpful in improving the human digestive system. The anti-inflammatory properties of gingerols, a substance found in ginger, are also known to be effective in relieving muscle pain. The use of ginger also reduces the 'blood sugar', due to which the risks of suffering from various heart diseases are also reduced, especially for people suffering from diabetes.

Recipe for preparing golden milk

The following items are required to prepare the drink:

Milk: 300 ml

Turmeric: 1 teaspoon

Honey: 1 teaspoon

Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon

Ginger: 1 teaspoon

Black pepper: To taste

Coconut oil: 1 teaspoon

Keep the milk on low heat so that it does not boil. Add the above items one by one and keep stirring the milk with a spoon. After mixing well, strain it and pour it into a cup, healthy and delicious golden milk is ready