Golden milk or Haldi doodh is a hot and spiced drink

Golden milk, or Haldi doodh, is a warm, spiced beverage considered a culinary gem from India and Ayurvedic medicine.

Here are some of its attributed benefits:

• Promotes good digestion. It helps stimulate bile production, waste elimination, and effective fat absorption, supporting your body's digestive functions.
• May relieve a sore throat and ease nasal congestion due to its antibacterial and antiviral properties.
• Powerful antioxidant thanks to curcumin. It helps reduce the effects of stress that cause premature aging.
• May help boost metabolism. It optimizes metabolism by improving cellular functions.
• May aid in cancer treatment. Its antioxidant properties may help neutralize cellular mutations and the negative effects of free radicals on our organs and systems.
• Detoxifying and anti-inflammatory, especially for skin and mucous membranes. It helps alleviate inflammatory conditions such as acne and folliculitis, while also reducing inflammation in joints and muscles.
• Protects your brain. It enhances cognitive performance and may help with memory issues, anxiety, and depression.

Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

• 1 cup of milk or plant-based drink
• 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 pinch of ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of grated ginger or 1/4 teaspoon of ginger powder
• Honey or stevia (optional, to taste)

Instructions

1. Heat a cup of milk.
2. Add the remaining ingredients.
3. Blend or use a milk frother.
4. Pour into a cup, sprinkle with cinnamon, and enjoy!