Last Updated on December 31, 2023 by Cathy
Indulge in a cozy cup of “Golden Spice Turmeric Latte.” The warmth of turmeric delivers a balance of earthy goodness and a touch of sweetness.
Turmeric, specifically its active compound curcumin, is a powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It also has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-microbial properties. A study on rats found curcumin offered myelin protective effects and reduced inflammation.
Benefits of turmeric include:
- Benefits against depression
- Fights free radicals
- Helps prevent cancer
- Improves memory
- Increases levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), a brain hormone
- Lowers inflammation
- Protects from heart disease
- Relieves pain
- Studies found curcumin improves neurodegenerative diseases like MS
Here’s a simple whole plant foods-based turmeric latte recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1-1/2 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- A pinch of black pepper (enhances turmeric absorption)
Instructions:
- In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling.
- Add the spices, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the warm milk.
- Whisk the mixture continuously so the spices are well combined and there are no lumps.
- Once heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat.
Enjoy your nourishing and flavorful whole plant foods-based turmeric latte!
Golden Spice Turmeric Latte
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1-1/2 teaspoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, heat the almond milk over medium heat until it’s warm but not boiling.
- Add the spices, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the warm milk.
- Whisk the mixture continuously so the spices are well combined and there are no lumps.
- Once heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat.
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