Not all plants have the double benefit of having beautiful flowers and being beneficial for health. Furthermore, its roots are the basis of an ancient, delicious and healthy drink. It is truly like a magnificent dream this plant that holds the secret of a delicious and healthy drink.
Turmeric alismatifolia is a plant that is spreading more and more. It has beautiful pink flowers that sprout on the stems surrounded by deep green leaves. In Italy the pot version is found in the most well-stocked centers and reaches a height of about 50 cm.
It is a warm-loving houseplant and should be watered regularly, but in winter it hibernates and should not be watered. However, the plant hardly dies. When it seems wilted, just place it back in the light, in spring, and always water it regularly. Thus, the flowers and leaves will come back, until October.
The root
The bulbous root is part of the turmeric family, but does not correspond to the one found on the market, deriving, instead, from curcuma longa. This is more fragrant and used to obtain the famous spice. In the Indian tradition, turmeric is the basis of a very popular drink.
Milk with many virtues
Also called “golden milk”, this drink has several health benefits. It is based on turmeric which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and which could reduce bad cholesterol in the blood. It is rich in B vitamins useful in metabolism, calcium and phosphorus for the bones, potassium for the cardiovascular system and iron for anemia.
According to the yoga tradition, golden milk relieves arthrosis and gives elasticity to the spine. Let’s see how to prepare this drink.
Ingredients for the drink
a) 150 ml of vegetable drink or cow’s milk;
b) 1 teaspoon of good quality turmeric powder;
c) 1 teaspoon of honey;
d) 1 teaspoon of olive oil Evo;
e) 1 pinch of ground cinnamon;
f) 1 pinch of black pepper.
It is like a magnificent dream this plant that holds the secret of a delicious and healthy drink
To prepare the drink, take the amount of a glass of milk and let it heat up. The turmeric, honey, EVO oil, black pepper and cinnamon are dissolved. It is better to let the drink rest and drink it in small sips, or filter it with a paper filter, such as those for American coffee.
If you have a whip available, you can froth the drink to “energize” the components. The traditional recommended use is to drink it in the evening before going to sleep.
Of course, if you decide to follow this oriental tradition, you must first consult your doctor.
Unlike golden milk, there are foods you should be better informed about before consuming them.