how to prepare the drink that rejuvenates and regulates blood sugar

There is a drink with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that could offer multiple health benefits. Is called golden milk and it is traditional in Indian cuisine, there it is known as ‘Haldi Doodh’.

It is made from natural ingredients, such as turmeric, cinnamon, ginger and other spices. Even its yellowish color is caused by the combination of these ingredients.

According to a ‘Medical News Today’ article, clinically reviewed by dietician and nutritionist Natalie Butler, The components of this drink could reduce inflammation and help manage cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer’s disease and metabolic syndrome.

A study conducted by the Nirmala Medical Center in India showed that consuming 500 milligrams of curcuminan active component of turmeric, was as effective as taking 50 milligrams of a common arthritis medication for reduce inflammation.

It contains a substance that could prevent Alzheimer’s.

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In addition, this substance is the star ingredient in golden milk and could enhance health. It has antioxidant properties that could help prevent cell damage. According to ‘Healthline’, it could contribute to wound healing by reducing inflammation and oxidation. They added that it could also positively affect tissues and collagen production.

“Curcumin protects the skin by quenching free radicals and reducing inflammation by inhibiting nuclear factor KB. Curcumin treatment also reduced wound healing time, improved collagen deposition and increased vascular and fibroblast density in wounds, thus improving both normal and impaired healing,” indicated another study on the subject carried out by the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, in the United States.

On the other hand, golden milk could help reduce blood sugar levels. Mainly, due to the amount of ginger that the drink includes.

One of the components of ginger is gengirol.

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A clinical trial, from the University of Tehran, in Iran, supported these claims. The scientists divided 50 participants with type 2 diabetes into two groups. For 10 weeks, one group took 2,000 milligrams of ginger per day, while the other group took a placebo.

At the end of the test, The researchers found that ginger had significantly reduced the participants’ fasting blood sugar levels.

How to prepare golden milk?

The healthy recipe portal ‘Foolproof Living’ shared the step by step for preparing golden milk.

Here is the step by step:

Ingredients

Two and a half cups of whole, unsweetened almond or coconut milk.
A cinnamon stick or 1/4 teaspoon more ground cinnamon, as a garnish at the end.
Sliced fresh turmeric or one and a half teaspoons of ground turmeric spices.
Sliced fresh ginger or half a teaspoon of ground ginger.
Half a teaspoon of coconut oil.
A pinch of black pepper.
Sweeten with honey to taste.

Preparation

Place the milk, cinnamon stick, turmeric, ginger, coconut oil and black pepper in a small saucepan.
Cook, stirring frequently, until warm but not boiling.
Taste and add sweetener, if desired.
If using fresh turmeric and ginger, strain them into your cups. If not, divide them into two cups.
If you prefer, sprinkle with ground cinnamon.

Contraindications

‘WebMD’ suggests that Excess turmeric could cause stomach pain and diarrhea on a large scale. Therefore, it is recommended to moderate consumption and consult with a health professional before adding new ingredients and recipes to your diet. Visit a nearby medical center if you have worrying symptoms.