undefined Turmeric latte 5 Sep Turmeric latte: A remedy for various ailments Turmeric is used in our daily life for its various health benefits. Although, it tastes bitter and has a hot potency, it has unique biological activities (antioxidant & anti-inflammatory) due to the presence of curcumin molecules. How to make Turmeric latte? Ingredients: One cup of milk. ½ tsp turmeric as per Prakriti. ½ tsp ghee (in Pitta Prakriti) Preparation 1) Step 1- Heat one cup of milk at low heat flame. 2) Step 2- Add turmeric powder and stir it well. 3) Step 3- Heat milk mixed with turmeric for 5 minutes. 4) Step 4- Remove it from the heat, let it cool slightly. 5) Drink warm turmeric mixed milk. As per Ayurveda, by judging the Prakriti, Vikriti, Sar, Sahnan, Pramama, Satmya, Satva, Aaharshakti, Vaya, Vata, Pitta, & Kapha Doshas of a person, the quantity of turmeric powder is determined. It is recommended to drink turmeric mixed milk in the evening (Sanykala), as Pachak Pitta activates at that time to digest the milk easily. Health benefits of consuming turmeric latte Turmeric mixed milk functions as a blood purifier (Rakta Dhatu Shodhak). It also helps in cleansing the blocked channels, hence improves the blood circulation. Turmeric mixed milk helps in treating various skin problems. It nourishes Rasa and Rakta Dhatus. Hence, it helps in removing the fine lines and rejuvenating the skin. Turmeric mixed milk has anti-inflammatory, anti-septic properties. It thus helps in wound-healing (Vranhar) by stimulating blood formation (Rakta Dhatu Vardhak). By virtue of its Tikta-Katu Rasa, it removes the blockage and corrects metabolism that enables free circulation of the nutrients. As a result, the Oja (life sap) is regained and the immunity re-established. Due to its Ushna Veerya (hot potency), turmeric mixed milk is useful in promoting the reproductive health in females by removing obstruction from the blocked channels in the reproductive system. As turmeric mixed milk also has a Sattvic quality, it calms the mind and thus provides relief from insomnia.