Creamy Turmeric Tea

[suzanne sanders]

Creamy Turmeric Tea

Recipe

8 ounces (1 cup) almond or coconut milk ( If using canned coconut milk, 1/2 cup coconut milk plus 1/2 cup filtered water, equals 1 cup for the recipe) 

1/2 teaspoon turmeric ( I added more) 

1/2-inch wide round slice of ginger root,  grated or peeled and finely chopped

Dash of cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp cardamom hulled 

1/2 – 1 teaspoon honey or other sweetener

Optional additions: a small pat of butter, cinnamon,

Instructions:

If you are using canned organic coconut milk, then use 1/2 cup coconut milk and 1/2 cup filtered water. 

Gently warm the almond or coconut milk on the stove. Then add the rest of the ingredients and stir.  Turn stove to lowest setting, simmer 1 to 2 minutes

Sweeten with local honey 

Strain and enjoy! 

1. Turmeric is an anti-microbial. That means it will attack both bacterial infections and viral infections and destroy both. It is particularly effective in treating illnesses of the respiratory system (this makes it a superb remedy for the cold and flu season).
2. It has shown to prevent and stop the growth of prostate, breast, skin, lung and colon cancer
3. Known to reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes
4. A natural liver detoxifier.
5. Research shows it may prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. 
6. As a potent natural anti-inflammatory, turmeric may work just as well as many anti-inflammatory drugs. Furthermore, reducing the risks associated with the side effects of those types of medications.
7. It’s a natural painkiller.
8. Trusted for many, many years in other cultures as a treatment for depression.
9. Speeds up wound healing and assists in the treatment of acne, eczema and psoriasis. 

Turmeric Chai Recipe

Turmeric Chai Tea Powder 
(4 servings)

3 tablespoons ground turmeric
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground clove

1 teaspoon ground cardamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions: Mix all ingredients together and store in a glass jar.

Tea Prep
(single serving)

4 teaspoons of Turmeric Chai Tea Powder

1 cup water

sweetener to taste
1/2-1 cup warm milk (i.e. cow, goat, almond, hemp, coconut, etc.)

Directions: Bring 1 cup of water to boil. Pour water over spices and steep  for 10 minutes.  Add Milk turn on low steep for 1 to 2 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or a cheesecloth. Add local honey if you like and enjoy!