Turmeric has been used in Ayurvedic Medicine for many years. It contains a powerful anti-inflammatory compound called curcumin. Studies have consistently shown positive results for pain reduction using 2000-3000mg of turmeric per day.
In Ayurvedic Medicine, it’s traditionally made into turmeric golden milk, a warming drink with anti-inflammatory benefits to help to reduce pain naturally.
The turmeric gets made into a paste with turmeric powder and water, with just a pinch of black pepper to help with absorption. The paste can then be mixed into any milk of choice such as coconut milk or almond milk.
I like to put the turmeric paste into warm water with a little of my homemade nut milk.
For increased absorption, it’s good to add some dietary fat to the drink or in a meal you have it with. You can try adding coconut oil for some added fat, and it will also help cut the bitterness.
Turmeric as a spice is bitter. I personally enjoy bitter foods like black coffee or dark chocolate, so it appeals to me. But if you find it to be a bit too much, the coconut oil can help reduce that bitter taste. You can also add some healthy sweetener such as pure maple syrup or a bit of stevia.
To use turmeric for pain reduction, try drinking this turmeric golden milk recipe twice per day. Each dose should provide you with approximately 2000-2500mg of turmeric. Do this for one week to see how well it works for you, then adjust the dose up or down as desired.
Notes
Heating turmeric helps to activate the analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties to help reduce your pain naturally. Improve absorption by adding a source of fat to your drink such as coconut oil or coconut milk.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup ground turmeric
- 1/2 cup water
- A pinch of black pepper
Instructions
- Combine the turmeric, water and black pepper in a small pot over medium-high heat.
- Cook for 10 minutes or until you have a thick paste. Be careful not to let it burn.
To use:
- Add 1 tsp of the turmeric paste to a glass of water, non dairy milk or another beverage 2 times per day.
