“Golden Milk”
TURMERIC PROTEIN LATTE
Golden Milk Recipe
Perfect for an evening drink just before bed, here’s Dr. Weil’s recipe for Golden Milk:
- Heat 2 cups light, unsweetened coconut milk (or almond or soymilk)
- Add 1/2 tablespoon peeled, grated fresh ginger
- Add 1 tablespoon peeled, grated fresh turmeric
- Add 3-4 black peppercorns
- Heat all ingredients in a saucepan
- Stir well
- Bring to a simmer and simmer covered for 10 minutes.
- Strain and sweeten to taste (if desired).
Why Try Turmeric?
Accelerated aging is caused by chronic, low-grade inflammation. This process is referred to as inflamm-AGING.
A key component of inflamm-aging is reduced function of the mitochondria, which are energy-producing cells. Turmeric is known for its remarkable effects on minimizing the body’s response to inflammation.
Today’s Golden Latte recipe includes turmeric, and adds in protein!
Turmeric has remarkable effects in minimizing the body’s response to inflammation. By regularly drinking the Golden Latte, you can help reduce the negative effects of inflammation.
Plus, a little trick… this recipe includes black pepper, because it includes a chemical that helps the body absorb the key substance in turmeric.
