Turning to Turmeric
Here are a couple recipes to enhance your health using this powerful and delicious spice. Fresh or powdered, Turmeric can boost your immune system and curb inflammation. There have been over a hundred scientific studies done to determine its powerful potential as an anti-cancer nutrient and has been shown to be superior in its ability to reduce systemic inflammation. So finding ways to incorporate this spice into your daily routine can serve up some serious medicinal side affects. Food as medicine is the best way to improve your health. Pairing the turmeric with a little black pepper in recipes will increase its absorption in the body giving you a better outcome. Some studies indicate that the concentration of insoluble oxalates in turmeric could be troublesome for people with an oxalate sensitivity or who are prone to kidney stones, and should not consume more than 1 Tablespoon of turmeric a day.
Golden Almond Milk
- 2 cups of plant milk (almond, cashew, hemp, oat)
- 1 teaspoon of turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon of honey
- pinch of black pepper
Combine all ingredients in a small pan and whisk until combined. Warm over med-low heat until warmed through. This can also be combined in a blender and blended on high for two minutes until warm. Serve in a mug and enjoy!
Golden Raw Overnight Oats
- One recipe of Golden Almond Milk
- 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup sunflower or pumpkin seeds or mixture
- dried fruit of your choice ( cherries, figs, raisins, goji berries)
- fresh fruit of your choice ( banana, apple, mango, orange, berries)
Place oats and seeds in a mixing bowl or large jar. Pour milk over oats and mix well. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, take your desired amount of soaked oats and seeds and place in a bowl. Top with your favorite fresh and dried fruits. Easy and Yummy!
Turmeric Almond Balls
- 1 cup of almond butter ( can substitute another nut or seed butter)
- 1 Tablespoon of turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 -1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds or sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or pumpkin seeds
In a mixing bowl, combine the almonds butter, spices and honey. Mix well. Then add in the remaining ingredients and stir well to mix. Form into balls. Dough should hold together when pressed, if too sticky add more oats or seeds. These are great as travel snacks, on the go, in lunches to as an after school /work snack.