In this article, we will review how to prepare a cup of turmeric latte. Then we will explain the benefits of turmeric latte.
Prepare a cup of turmeric latte
Ingredients
Almond milk (or any milk of your choice): 350ml
Ground turmeric: ¼ tsp
Ground cinnamon: ¼ tsp
Ground ginger: ¼ tsp
Vanilla extract: ½ tsp
Maple syrup: 1 tsp
The grind of black pepper
Method
To prepare a cup of turmeric latte, all the ingredients should be put in a saucepan. Then, whisk them over a gentle heat. Use milk frother if you have one. Then, pour it into the mugs once it is hot. A little more cinnamon can be sprinkled for serving.
History of turmeric latte
To know turmeric latte better, we begin with the history of turmeric latte. Turmeric milk, golden milk, and Haldi Doodh are other names of turmeric latte. The history of turmeric latte begins with Indians. For hundreds of years, turmeric and milk with spices have been used by Indians as an Ayurvedic medical remedy. The color of turmeric latte is yellow to bright gold because of turmeric’s bright color. Turmeric latte had become a new staple at some cafes and specialty grocery stores due to its impressive look and unique taste.
To continue our discussion about the history of turmericLatte, it’s good to point out that it has been made in different ways. Some of them are made with honey or another natural sweetener. Also, other spices such as ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, and black pepper can be used in turmericLatte.
Benefits of turmeric latte
The benefits of turmericLatte are becoming widespread in the west. According to many sources, turmericLatte can be good for:
Hangovers, erectile dysfunction, baldness, hirsutism (excessive body hair)
Also, some of the benefits of turmericLatte are its anti-cancer and fertility-boosting features. It is also good for Alzheimer’s disease. So far, only some of these benefits have been accepted by science.
Turmeric lattes can be a great source of:
Protein, antioxidants, curcumin, potassium, magnesium, folate, calcium, choline, and phosphorus. Based on studies, an important part of healthy bones, teeth, and DNA is phosphorus. Enough phosphorus in your diet can decrease the risk of anemia, infection, or bone problems.
More benefits of turmeric latte
Reduced Inflammation
One of the richest sources of curcumin is turmeric spice. It is also the reason behind the yellow color of the turmericLatte. Regular turmericLatte drinking may lead to the reduction of chronic inflammation and the risk of these serious diseases.
Brain Health
You can improve your memory by consuming curcumin. It can also boost the general health of your brain by increasing brain chemicals linked to better memory formation. Curcumin will reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Potential risks of turmeric lattes
Stomach Distress
Curcumin is not perfect. There are some potential risks of turmeric lattes if you get too much of them. One of them is stomach cramping and diarrhea. Based on the studies, stomach distress can be the result of consuming more than half a gram of curcumin in a day.
Allergies
There are different recipes of turmeric lattes which can be considered one of its potential side effects. If you are allergic to dairy or nuts, you must be cautious when you want to drink turmeric lattes. In case you are sensitive to any kind of milk, consider reading labels carefully.
Healthier alternatives
For sensitive or allergic people, drinking homemade turmeric lattes is a safer way. When you are making it a home, you can control the amount of turmeric and the type of milk. This way, you can have the safest turmericLatte to drink.
