There’s a tonic for every sort of body ache and brain-space. ย Coffee is my tonic to activate my work-brain. ย Pancakes are my tonic to honor a carb-heavy nap-ready morning. ย Yoga is my tonic for breathing and clear-mindedness (or moments of it). ย A cup of tea and a text to Tracy Shutterbean is my tonic for occasional anxiety. ย Turmeric tea, when served in my favorite mug, is my tonic for inflammation and occasional body aches… the mug is important. ย A good mug makes for a good tonic.
I feel like the ins and outs of everyday life call for little remedies. ย More than remedies, they’re just moments to pause and remind ourself thatย we’re capable and energetic, and at the very least breathing and all up in the noise.
Turmeric is used most often in Indian cooking; it’s often what gives curries their beautiful golden flavor. ย It’s a gorgeous spice and happens to be powerful as a natural anti-inflammatory. ย Paired with raw honey for balance and sweetness, tart citrus for brightness, and a few grinds of fresh cracked black pepper to help the turmeric absorb into the body.
I was reminded of ย Heidi Swanson’s Turmeric Teaย when I ran acrossย Jessica Koslow’s Turmeric Tonicย on my adventures through the internet. ย Consider the bandwagon, hopped upon.
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Turmeric Tonic
- Prep Time: 5
- Total Time: 5 minutes
Ingredients
- scant 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- squeeze of lime juice
- fresh cracked black pepper
- small dab of ghee (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mug, stir together honey, turmeric, lime, and pepper. Fill cup with hot water and stir in ghee until melted (if using). Enjoy immediately.
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How does the black pepper help the turmeric absorb into the body? I’m picturing someone sneezing and accidentally snorting it up their nose…?
Hey Alison,
I had read this article a few weeks ago and thought I’d share. Sounds like black pepper is a must to help your body actually absorb the turmeric. :) https://www.realfarmacy.com/kitchen-table-strategies-effectively-optimize-turmeric-maximum-bioavailability-therapeutic-potency/
Oh Joy!!! Grabbed both of your cooked books (as Christmas gifts to myself)!!! I’ll be enjoying this recipe just as much all of your others. Thanks
Also: your new website looks beautiful!
It’s quiet new for me, I have ever heard that turmeric can be turned into tonic…. Good idea to get rid of occasional body aces in an Ayurvedic process…..Thanks a lot!!!!
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It’s quiet new for me, I have ever heard that turmeric can be turned into tonic….. Good Idea to get rid of all occasional body aces in an Ayurvedic process….
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Just remember…Tumeric stains. fabric, your cooking utensils, just about anything it touches.
I have inflammation in my lower back from osteoarthrosis (big word and I don’t even know if I spelled it correctly lol) and I’ve been off work for over 2 weeks now. I will try this for sure! Thank you for this recipe. If you have any good recipes to help with arthritis, degenerative discs, etc. It would be greatly appreciated. ;) I need all the help I can get!
Turmeric is also great for skin breakouts! I mix a little with witch hazel to make a paste, then put it on area til it dries, then rinse! Lovely!
Dear joy, your posts are always a highlight to my browsing of the internets. Thank you. :)
I’ve also been enjoying an organic Tumeric Ginger tea by Rishi. It contains, I think, grated tumeric and ginger, orange and lemon zest, and other all organic ingredients. Naturally sweet I drink it by the huge cupfuls with honey. Really great flavor.
Yum! Turmeric is awesome. I’ll be giving this a try :)
-sara
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If you drink this with a straw you don’t get it over your teeth. The same goes for Apple Cider Vinegar. The acid won’t harm the enamel on your teeth.
I really must give this a try.
Thank you for sharing! Turmeric is also great for skin breakouts! I mix a little with witch hazel to make a paste, then put it on area til it dries, then rinse! Lovely! I have learnt few recipes that are enriched with therapeutical herbs and spices from iahas.com but this one looks really tasty and healthy.