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“GOLDEN MILK” Turmeric Tea

Golden Milk tea is a great way to get the benefits of turmeric daily and its delicious!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of milk of choice (almond, coconut, etc)
  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of black pepper (increases absorption)
  • Pinch of fresh ginger root or 1/4 tsp ginger powder
  • 1 tsp raw honey or maple syrup (add more if desired)

Instructions

  • Add the milk to a small pot on the stove and heat on low.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, stirring frequently for a few minutes. Heat mixture but do not bring to a boil.
  • Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a strainer.
  • Froth the top of the milk if desired.

 Notes

If spilled this mixture may stain countertops. Should this happen, try making a thick paste of baking soda and water and scrub the stain.

 

 

WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR DRINKING WATER

FUN ADDITIONS TO DRINKING WATER:
• Lime
• Lemon
• Orange
• Cucumber slices
• Mint leaves
• Basil leaves
• Strawberries
• Pineapple
• Blueberries
• Grated fresh ginger
• Stevia – Natural sweetener. Liquid form is best for cold water.
• Chia seeds – Good source of omega 3’s. Contain fiber, which help you stay full. No taste. Leave in your water for 5 minutes before drinking.

COMBINATIONS ALONE OR WITH A FEW DROPS OF STEVIA (for added sweetness):
• Lemon + cucumber
• Lemon + cucumber + basil
• Lime + cucumber + basil
• Cucumber + mint
• Blueberry + mint
• Strawberry + mint
• Strawberry + lime
• Strawberry + lime + mint

SPECIALTY COMBOS:
• Lemon + stevia + water = lemonade
• Lime + stevia + water = limeade
• Mint + lime + stevia + water = mojito
• Lemon + stevia + chia = chia lemonade
• Lime + stevia + chia = chia limeade