Ready to simmer down and give your body a boost before bedtime? We've got the perfect, healthy nightcap for you, and you may have heard of it: golden milk.
Used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, golden milk is a combination of the powerful spice turmeric, coconut milk, and sometimes coconut oil. Black pepper is often added (in small amounts) to increase the bioavailability [2] of (i.e., your body's ability to absorb) the superspice turmeric. Creamy and spicy, soothing and warm — this delicious drink is more than just a tasty treat. Rich in electrolytes and digestive-aiding properties, your body is going to love every sip.
- Benefits of Turmeric: Turmeric's benefits are so good, one 2013 study said [3] it's almost too good to be true. The anti-inflammatory [4] spice has "shown therapeutic potential against a number of human diseases," including cancer [5] and could even help with Alzheimer's [6]. Because of the reduced inflammation, turmeric can also help with gas, bloating, and digestive discomfort [7], and some studies have mentioned its help with weight loss. Also, some studies and sites have shown that turmeric has antidepressant properties [8], leading to better moods, less stress, better sleep [9], and improved brain health.
- Benefits of Coconut Oil: Similarly, coconut oil can help with digestion and gut health, thanks to its antimicrobial properties [10] (which come from good fatty acids, MCFAs [11]). The healthy fats can also raise your good cholesterol, HDL [12].
- Benefits of Coconut Milk: Did you know that coconut milk can also help with digestion? It "nourishes the digestive lining [13]" with natural electrolytes and healthy fats, which can improve gut health and help with IBS. Like turmeric, it can help reduce inflammation and even aid in weight loss [14]. MCTs, another kind of fatty acid, are found in coconut milk and help with physical performance — allowing you to build muscle and lose fat.
Ready to mix up a batch [16]? We like flavoring with a little honey or agave and sometimes a bit of vanilla bean or vanilla extract, cinnamon, and ginger. You'll be sweetly sipping your way to health in no time!