Golden Milk for a Good Night's Sleep

A good night's sleep is so important for overall health. If you're having trouble sleeping, make a cup of Golden Milk at night for a good night's sleep. Golden Milk, aka Turmeric Milk, is a warm, spiced milk that supports both the immune system and the nervous system. Turmeric is anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and high in antioxidants, Antioxidants are compounds that fight cell damage and protect your body from oxidative stress. Cinnamon and ginger are also high in antioxidants. Golden Milk is an old Ayurvedic drink to support relaxation.  

Golden Milk Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk or milk alternative such as Almond Milk, Coconut Milk, etc.

• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder

• 1” cinnamon stick or a pinch of ground cinnamon

• 2-3 black peppercorns

• 1 thin slice fresh ginger

• 1/4 teaspoon ghee or coconut oil (the active compound in turmeric is fat soluble, so if you’re using whole milk, you don’t need this)

• 1 tsp. honey or another sweetener

• Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 small star anise, 1 clove or a pinch of ground clove, 1 cardamom pod or pinch of cardamom

Directions

• Add all ingredients except the honey and ghee/coconut oil to a saucepan and heat over medium-high heat until it simmers.

• Stir well; lower the heat to low-medium.

• Cover pan with the lid slightly ajar and let milk simmer for 5-10 minutes depending upon how strong you’d like the flavor. Check to make sure it's simmering and not boiling.

• Turn off the heat and strain into your mug.

• Stir in ghee or coconut oil and honey.

Relax and enjoy a good night's rest.

Resources

https://www.teaforturmeric.com/wprm_print/authentic-golden-milk-turmeric-milk-tea

https://www.joyfulbelly.com/Ayurveda/recipe/Gold-Milk/991