Everything which is golden, is infused with Turmeric.
Turmeric is one of the oldest herb from Ayurveda, which has worked as an antiseptic and antibiotics in various ancient medicines. Recently, it has been reintroduced as a superfood in western world. This rich yellow color root is filled with anti oxidants and works as an extraordinary anti inflammatory and antiseptic. It's great properties and qualities makes it a part of our vanity also. It is used for brightening skin tone, treating acne and soothing irritated skin.
Healthy Root:
Turmeric is the root of a flowering plant and is a part of Ginger family. The root is removed and can also be used fresh in lots of recipes. Usually we grind the fresh turmeric root into a paste and store it in refrigerator. The paste can directly be added to any recipe.
The root is sun dried or dehydrated to create a dry form. This form can be stored for longer duration and is easily available all over the world. Turmeric is always beneficial if dried under indirect sun as it will restore all the nutrition.
Turmeric Powder:
Further, the dried Turmeric is turned into a powder form which is commonly sold in stores. Powdered turmeric should be stored in air tight container so that it does not get spoilt by moisture. This is a convenient form to store and to add to any recipe.
Golden Milk:
The most common and famous natural way of Turmeric consumption is "Turmeric Milk" aka "Golden Milk". This is an ancient recipe of Golden milk from Ayurveda which was given to kids and adults for treating cold. It is commonly consumed in winters to maintain body temperatures.
Golden Milk Recipe:
Milk - 1 Cup (Whole Milk, Low Fat, Non Fat any)
Turmeric Powder - 1 Tsp.
Add turmeric to milk and stir well. It is suggested to Warm up the milk as it will be easier to dissolve turmeric completely.
Terra Tips:
To get full benefits of turmeric, it should be consumed with some kind of fat (preferably good fat), it can also be added to foods with natural fat content. As any other food or medicine, consumption of Turmeric should be in moderation.
There are not enough researches done to confirm long lasting adverse effects of turmeric, but it be a cause of various small issues. Adding too much turmeric to your food can generate excess heat inside the body, which results into stomach ache, diarrhea and other stomach problems. It can also develop Acne or heat boils.
Application of Turmeric on skin in excessive quantity can result in pale skin tone. It can be added in face packs in minimal quantity to achieve its benefits.
Recipes Using Turmeric:
I tried to be little more creative and decided to make "Turmeric Cheese" which is easier to add to salads and gives some delicious healthy recipes. To know how to create "Turmeric Cheese" check out the video.
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