Vegetarian Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Latte

July 28, 2020 / 56 Comments

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1) This recipe

2) Health Benefits of the Vegetarian Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Latte

3) Black Pepper

3.1) Piperine is anti-inflammatory and helps relieve:

3.2) How black pepper increases curcumin absorption:

4) Vegetarian Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Latte

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Few things are more comforting than a hot coffee on a cold day…except a Vegetarian Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Latte.

I love a cup-o-joe (Java, anyone?) on occasion. But I don’t enjoy the jitters and other unpleasant side effects.

So, after a lot of research I found a way to get cognitive enhancement and mental focus without coffee.

A turmeric latte ticks all the checkmarks for the perfect morning beverage.

This recipe

Also known as Golden Milk, or turmeric tea, turmeric lattes have been enjoyed for centuries.

Traditionally, turmeric lattes contain cow milk. I limit animal products and eliminated processed sugars in my diet. You’ll love this clean and healthy Vegetarian Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Latte.

Substitute the milk and fats for whatever you wish. Also, try testing different flavors. You can add vanilla bean or star anise leaf for variety.

Take inspiration from my recipes. Modify them to your liking and dietary needs. Have fun with it!

Remember, the higher quality ingredients the healthier the food will be. I use as many organic ingredients as possible. Add some good karma by using Fair trade ingredients.

You can purchase herbs and spices in bulk. I like Starwest Botanicals (organic) and Frontier Co-op (organic + fair trade).

Store your herbs and spices in amber or cobalt glass jars. For a cost effective alternative I use clear glass mason or ball canning jars.

Pop a packet of silica gel into the jar to keep the moisture out. Keep your herbs and spices in a cool, dry space away from light.

Health Benefits of the Vegetarian Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Latte

A traditional turmeric latte contains the anti-inflammatory trifecta of turmeric, ginger, and ceylon cinnamon.

For a healthy dose of fats and cognitive enhancement, turn this recipe “Bullet-Proof.” Opt for grass fed butter or ghee. Add organic coconut oil. Hello brain food!

Additionally, the health benefits and properties include:

anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-microbial
anti-carcinogenic
helps reduce joint pain and inflammation
improves cognitive function
reduces depression and improves mood
helps fight free radicals
protects against heart disease
lowers blood sugar levels

Black Pepper

Like Thelma and Louise turmeric and black pepper are besties. Together they are unstoppable. Okay, maybe that’s a bit dramatic. BUT they are a very powerful duo.

There’s no harm in having turmeric without black pepper. However, you won’t be reaping as many health benefits.

Black pepper contains an alkaloid called piperine.

Piperine is anti-inflammatory and helps relieve:

nausea
headaches
digestive issues

Curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, is not easily absorbed on its own. Piperine increases the absorption of curcumin.

How black pepper increases curcumin absorption:

Piperine helps curcumin move through the intestinal wall
Piperine slows the breakdown of curcumin in the liver

So, any time you use turmeric make sure to pair it with black pepper or peppercorn.