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Turmeric Tea

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What are turmeric and turmeric tea? Turmeric, an herb often used in cooking, has many great health benefits. Turmeric, a plant in the ginger family. Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.

Meghan Telpner, author of the blog Making Love in The Kitchen, shared the following benefits one should consider it.

Historically, turmeric was used in Ayurveda and other traditional Indian medicine, as well as in Eastern Asian healing such as traditional Chinese medicine. In India, it was traditionally used for disorders of the skin, upper respiratory tract, joints, and digestive system.

Today, turmeric is promoted as a dietary supplement for a variety of health conditions, including arthritis, digestive disorders, respiratory infections, allergies, liver disease, depression, and many others.

I love that this recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free which makes this recipe even better for the digestive system. Plus it is super simple to make.

Turmeric Tea Ingredients*

  • 8 ounces (1 cup) coconut milk (or any plant milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2-inch wide round slice of ginger root, peeled and finely chopped
  • Dash of cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 – 1 teaspoon honey or other natural sweeteners
  • Optional additions: cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, etc

Instructions

Gently warm the milk on the stove. In a mug, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle a teaspoon of the warmed milk into the mug and mix until the liquid is smooth with no lumps. Add the rest of the milk and mix well. You can leave the pieces of ginger in the tea, or strain it out before drinking.

If you love turmeric as much as I do, check out this Maple Pecan Cauliflower recipe!

It’s so delicious on a chilly night and so therapeutic if you are having digestive issues. I’m all about supporting the gut so let me know if I can help you further. I’m one of the top Digestive Health Specialist in the Summerville, SC area but work with people all across the U.S. If you’d like to learn more about gut health, we’d love to connect!

*Recipe courtesy of Joanna Kneller.

 

Refreshing Radish Salad

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This refreshing radish salad is great for summer and easy to make. Fresh radish is nutrient-dense packed with Vitamins E, A, C, B6, and K. Plus it’s high in antioxidants, fiber, zinc, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, copper, calcium, iron and manganese. Radishes are in the cruciferous family which help protect again cancer and other disease.
And I have to admit, I’m not really a fan of radishes but they came in my CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box so I needed to find a way to enjoy them.

Both red and daikon radishes offer various health benefits, but they contain different nutrients and compounds. Red radishes, known for their peppery flavor and vibrant color, are a good source of vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants like anthocyanins. These antioxidants may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases by combating oxidative stress in the body.

Daikon radishes, on the other hand, are larger and milder in flavor compared to red radishes. They are rich in vitamin C, potassium, folate, and antioxidants like quercetin and phenolic compounds. Daikon radishes also contain enzymes that aid in digestion and have been associated with potential anti-inflammatory effects.

Both varieties are low in calories and high in fiber, which can support digestive health and help with weight management. Additionally, radishes, in general, contain compounds that may have antimicrobial properties, supporting the immune system.

As always, to minimize herbicide and pesticide exposure and take stress off the body, use organic ingredients.

Refreshing Radish Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups peeled and thinly sliced daikon (Japanese white radish) or red radishes*
  • 1 cup thinly sliced green apple, sliced into half-moons
  • 1/3 cup grated carrot
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 red radish, grated
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 2 tsp brown rice syrup (agave can also be used or honey)
  • 1 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 tsp sea salt or celtic salt
  • 10 leaves fresh mint or cilantro (optional)
*I didn’t have the daikon radishes so I used red radishes. It was still delicious.

Refreshing Radish Salad Directions

  1. Combine the daikon, apple, carrot, onion, and red radish in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the orange juice, rice syrup, lime juice, and sea salt.
  3. Pour the liquid over the vegetables and toss well to combine.
  4. Garnish with the mint and cilantro.
  5. Enjoy this refreshing radish salad and let me know in the comments what you think of this recipe.

 

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