Turmeric Wellness Drink
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm water or milk
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric (or 1 teaspoon grated fresh turmeric)
- A pinch of black pepper (helps your body absorb curcumin)
- Optional: ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- Optional: 1 teaspoon honey
Directions
- Warm the water or milk (do not boil if using milk).
- Stir in the turmeric and black pepper.
- Add ginger and honey if desired.
- Drink while warm.
What the evidence says
- Turmeric contains curcumin, which has anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce pain in some people with osteoarthritis.
- It is not a vitamin and is not a proven treatment for leg pain or bone pain.
- If your pain is due to a deficiency, the most common vitamin involved is vitamin D, sometimes along with calcium, but only a healthcare provider can confirm this with an assessment and, if needed, blood tests.