When it comes to giving your immune system a boost, you can use all the help you can get. Currently, there are viruses going around and you need all the help you can get to keep yourself healthy. You’ll be reaping some major health benefits with this magical mixture of healthy ingredients.
We call this immune-boosting beverage, “Golden Milk.” It does not actually contain any dairy because dairy is not beneficial for your health. In fact, dairy can actually weaken your immune system. If you are opposed to drinking this beverage because of the taste, you can use it as a base for a stew or curry.
All of these ingredients have amazing health benefits, so let’s take a closer look at some key helpers.
Ginger
Ginger is a great herbal remedy that can help soothe a sore throat, or even help decrease stomach bloating. Additionally, ginger can help establish healthy digestion.
Turmeric
If you have indigestion or dyspepsia, turmeric should be your go-to remedy. Because it has incredible anti-inflammatory properties and a boatload of antioxidants, turmeric can help nourish cells in the body and keep your brain healthy.
Cinnamon
The compounds and anti-inflammatory properties in cinnamon have been known to combat allergies by reducing inflammation and fighting histamine reactions. Additionally, cinnamon helps boost the immune system, which is beneficial for fighting off viruses and bacteria.
When you drink this “Golden Milk” you can help cleanse your liver, improve digestion, lower cholesterol, regulate your metabolism, and decrease your risk of heart disease.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground ginger
- ½ cup grated turmeric
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5 cups water, plus another ½ cup
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup raw honey
- ½ teaspoon cardamom
- ½ cup organic coconut milk
Directions
- Mix the turmeric in 1.5 cups of water in a saucepan over low heat. Add the rest of the water and mix it with a wooden spoon.
- Slowly add the rest of the ingredients and keep the pan over a low flame. Keep stirring until you get a mildly thickened drink that has a golden tinge.
Drink this at your leisure or cook with it to help out your immune system.
Vincent Stevens is the senior content writer at Dherbs. As a fitness and health and wellness enthusiast, he enjoys covering a variety of topics, including the latest health, fitness, beauty, and lifestyle trends. His goal is to inform people of different ways they can improve their overall health, which aligns with Dherbs’ core values. He received his bachelor’s degree in creative writing from the University of Redlands, graduating summa cum laude. He lives in Los Angeles, CA.
