Turmeric Tea
The common Indian spice turmeric has been in use for more than 5,000 years. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, which is known for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anticarcinogenic activities.
While there are many tasty ways to incorporate curcumin into your diet, one of the easiest ways is by making turmeric tea. This creamy turmeric tea recipe combines the power of curcumin with other potent cancer fighting spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
This delicious tea can be enjoyed hot, or turned into an iced turmeric tea “latté” by serving over ice. Be sure to use only organic, non-irradiated spices to receive the most anti-cancer benefits possible.
Ingredients:
1 1⁄2 teaspoons turmeric powder
1⁄2 teaspoon Ceylon or regular cinnamon
1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ginger, chopped OR 1⁄4 tsp ground ginger
1⁄8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 pinches of ground cardamom
1 teaspoon raw cold pressed coconut oil
1 1⁄2 cups fresh coconut or almond milk OR purified water (water makes it less creamy)
Dash of black pepper, freshly ground
Raw honey OR coconut nectar1 OR Lakanto2 to taste
Cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of spices for garnish (optional)
Directions:
Blend all ingredients in a blender on high speed setting until smooth.
Pour into a small pot and heat on low temperature until nearly simmering, approximately three minutes.
Remove from heat and serve immediately in a mug, garnished with a cinnamon stick.
For an Iced Turmeric Tea Latté, allow to cool and pour into a glass filled with ice cubes. Sprinkle with extra spices if desired.
