Ingredients:
- 1 cup warm milk (or plant-based milk like almond/oat)
- 1 small clove garlic (lightly crushed)
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Optional: pinch of turmeric or cinnamon
Instructions:
- Warm the milk (don’t boil).
- Add the crushed garlic and let it steep for 5–10 minutes.
- Strain out the garlic (optional, for milder taste).
- Stir in honey.
- Drink about 30 minutes before bed.
🌙 Why people use it:
- Warm milk: contains tryptophan → supports relaxation
- Garlic: contains allicin → may support immune function
- Honey: calming and soothing
⚠️ Keep expectations realistic:
- ✔️ May help you relax before sleep
- ✔️ Supports general immunity
- ❌ Won’t “knock you out” like a sleep medication
- ❌ Won’t cure infections on its own
💡 Tips:
- If raw garlic is too strong, use half a clove
- Avoid if you have acid reflux or sensitive stomach at night