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Anti-Inflammatory Hot Drink - Tumeric Latte

Serving: 1 person    Prep time: 2 min    Total time: 7 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup plant milk (almond, oats)

  • 1 teaspoon of Tumeric

  • 1/2 teaspoon of Black Pepper

  • 2 cm of crushed fresh ginger or 1 teaspoon of ginger powder.

  • 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon powder

  • Optional: 1 date or 1 dried fig for sweetening


Instructions:

  1. Prepare the ingredients: Grate or crush the ginger.

  2. Combine in a Saucepan: Add the ginger, date, or dried fig to the saucepan.
    Bring the plant milk to boiling and turn off the heat.
    Add the cinnamon powder, turmeric powder and black pepper and stir until smooth.

  3. Infusing (optional): Let the drink sit on the heat for a few minutes to allow the flavours to release.

  4. Serve: Strain the mixture into a cup if you prefer a smoother drink, and garnish the top with more cinnamon powder.


Benefits:

  • Ginger: Supports digestion and protects the intestine against bacteria overgrowth, reduces overall inflammation, and helps in the detoxification process.

  • Turmeric contains curcumin, a powerful antioxidant that protects our cells and helps reduce inflammation.

  • Black Pepper: Enhances curcumin absorption from turmeric, has anti-inflammatory properties and helps the digestive system.

  • Cinnamon: helps to balance blood sugar, has anti-inflammatory properties, and fights against fungi and bacteria.

Enjoy this drink first thing in the morning for maximum detox benefits or as a refreshing midday boost!