I’ve been reading a lot about the inflammation fighting power of Turmeric lately. Turmeric is the special ingredient in your curry that makes it yellow. It turns out that it is also a potent natural anti-inflammatory as well.

There are quite a few ways to take advantage of the power of Turmeric, but the tastiest is probably a drink known as “Golden Milk”.  Made many different ways golden milk is a great way to not only include turmeric in your diet, but when taken at night it is an excellent promoter of sleep.

While you can use a blend of coconut and almond mil in the drink, I used coconut milk alone mostly because that was what was readily available in my pantry! The addition of black pepper can enhance the anti-inflammatory abilities of Turmeric as well, although I didn’t choose to add it in this time. I also used a powdered ginger, but fresh sliced ginger would have made a better addition if strained out prior to drinking.  Not a fan a coconut milk? Use water and make a tea!

“Golden Milk”

Makes one serving

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• ¼ teaspoon powdered ginger root (or a few thinly sliced and peeled rounds of fresh ginger root)

Whisk ingredients in a small pan over medium heat until simmering. Pour into a cup and enjoy (strain if using fresh ginger)