This Happened When I started Drinking Turmeric Golden Milk Before Bed

Health & Longevity

By Gillian B
Golden paste is a turmeric-based paste that taken orally provides health benefit
s to humans as well as animals (dogs and horses). Turmeric, known for is anti-in
flammatory properties and used medicinally for over 4,000 years, is great for ar
thritis, skin health, digestion, immune system, and even cancer. Recent studies
have confirmed that it may be as effective as 14 different prescription drugs
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thout the negative side effects.
Taking it daily in this paste is designed to improve absorption an easy way to t
ap into its incredible healing benefits.
How to make Golden Paste:
cup turmeric powder
1 cup spring water (+ extra if necessary)
1.5 tsp ground black pepper
5 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil
Directions:
Mix water (1 cup) with turmeric powder in a pan and slowly heat it up and st
ir for 6-10 minutes until you get a thick paste (add the additional cup water if
it is too thick).
Add black pepper and oil and continue stirring until all the ingredients are
fully mixed in together.
Allow the paste to cool. Store in the refrigerator in a jar for up to 1-2 we
eks.
This recipe was developed by Doug English, a veterinarian who has utilized the a
ncient healing spice in all manner of animals ranging from dogs to cats to the m
ore exotic types like alpacas and even crocodiles.
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Why add Black Pepper? It is beneficial to take black pepper with turmeric becaus
e it helps the body to absorb turmeric.
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How to Use Golden Paste: A lot of people incorporate the golden paste into their
diet or daily routine, instead of taking it once in a while like a medication. Th
e paste can be taken as is in small amount (1/4 tsp) 2 to 3 times a day, or mixe
d with honey for a better taste.
It also can be added to different dishes: salads, smoothies, curries, rice or so
up. Experiment with what tastes better for you.
Recommended Turmeric Dosage:

The University of Maryland Medical Center recommends the following daily dosages
for adults:
Raw root: 1.5-3 grams
Powdered turmeric: 1-3 grams
Curcumin standardized powder: 400-600 mg, three times a day
Liquid extract (1:1): 30-90 drops
Tincture (1:2): 15-30 drops, four times a day
Note: many studies have shown that higher doses of turmeric are needed for great
er medicinal benefits. Standard dosage may be better for preventative, every day
use.
Golden Milk
Another way to consume turmeric for its many health benefits is in golden milk f
orm.
How to Make Golden Milk:
1 teaspoon of organic coconut oil
1/4 teaspoon of turmeric paste
1 cup of almond milk
Organic, raw, unfiltered honey for taste
Directions:
Mix all the ingredients together over medium heat except the honey. Do not allow
it to boil. Add a bit of honey for taste and drink as soon as it s cool enough.
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Health Benefits of Turmeric:
What is curcumin? Curcumin is the principle curcuminoid, a compound in turmeric
that gives it its yellow color and is also responsible for the amazing health be
nefits. The percentage of curcumin in turmeric varies depending on type
medicina
l or aromatic, as well as where it was grown, and how it was processed. Some per
centage of curcumin is lost during the heating process when making turmeric powd
er, which is why raw turmeric is very healthy.
A 2010 peer-reviewed research article published in The International Journal of
Biochemistry & Cell Biology concluded that the various effects of curcumin has be
en widely studied in Western systems of medicine for decades, and has been found
to possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Considering that infla
mmation plays a major role in most chronic illnesses, anti-inflammatory agents a
re needed for prevention purposes. Because curcumin inhibits multiple pro-inflam
matory pathways and is affordable, this phytochemical should be further explored
for prevention and treatment of various chronic diseases.
Other uses of Turmeric:
Turmeric and Arthritis: In traditional Chinese and Indian Ayurveda medicine, tur
meric is used to treat arthritis. A 2006 study found the turmeric helps reduce j
oin inflammation. A different study from the same year found turmeric to have an
ti-arthritic effect. And a 2012 study provided evidence that curcumin might even
be more effective for rheumatoid arthritis than anti-inflammatory drugs.

Turmeric for Digestive Issues: Curcumin stimulates the gallbladder to produce mo

re bile, which may aid digestion. The German Commission E, a scientific advisory
board equivalent to the FDA, approved turmeric for digestive problems.
A 2006 double-blind, placebo-controlled trial found curcumin helpful for keeping
ulcerative colitis in remission. And a 2013 paper concluded that curcumin is a v
ery promising new therapeutic option for the treatment of gastrointestinal and h
epatic diseases for which present therapies are largely unsatisfactory.
Turmeric as First Aid: Turmeric can be used to treat wounds, cuts, rashes, bruis
es, insect bites, and swelling. A 2014 article from Life Sciences concluded that
topical application of curcumin has a great therapeutic effect on skin wounds.
And a 2006 study concluded that it accelerated wound healing.
For a turmeric paste to use topically all you need is 1 part turmeric powder and
8 parts of water (the paste keeps in the freezer). Warning: Do NOT use on open
wounds that can get infected.