RECIPES
Turmeric
Health Benefits of Turmeric
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Antioxidant
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Reduce risk of heart disease
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Effective antidepressant
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Improves brain function
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Relieves arthritic symptoms
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Prevention of cancer
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Piperine in black pepper enhances the absorption of curcumin in turmeric by 2000%
RECIPE
Turmeric Golden Milk
By Edible Spaces Intern Yusuf Mohideen
INGREDIENTS
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1½ cups light coconut milk (canned is best, but carton works too)
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1½ cups unsweetened plain almond milk (DIY or store-bought)
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1½ tsp ground turmeric
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¼ tsp ground ginger
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1 whole cinnamon stick (or ¼ tsp ground cinnamon)
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1 tbsp coconut oil
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1 pinch ground black pepper
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Sweetener of choice (maple syrup, coconut sugar, honey)
INSTRUCTIONS
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To a small saucepan, add coconut milk, almond milk, ground turmeric, ground ginger, cinnamon stick, coconut oil, black pepper, and sweetener of choice (1 tbsp).
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Whisk to combine and warm over medium heat. Heat until hot to the touch but not boiling (about 4 minutes) - whisking frequently.
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Turn off heat and taste to adjust flavor. Add more sweetener to taste or more turmeric or ginger for intense spice + flavor.
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Serve immediately, dividing between two glasses and leaving the cinnamon stick behind. Best when fresh, though leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or microwave until hot.
RECIPE
Turmeric-honey Face Mask
By Edible Spaces Intern Yusuf Mohideen
INGREDIENTS
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1 teaspoon turmeric powder
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1 teaspoon organic apple cider vinegar
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1 ½ tablespoon organic honey
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1 teaspoon milk or yogurt
INSTRUCTIONS
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Mix all the ingredients together till a paste-like consistency that will not drip off your face after it has been applied.
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Wash and dry your face first to remove any impurities then apply the mixture with your fingers or a makeup brush (be careful to avoid the eye area), spread the mixture sparsely so that the turmeric doesn't stain your skin colour.
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Allow the mask to sit on your face for 10-15 minutes.
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Rinse off with warm water and dry off using a rag cloth because the turmeric will definitely stain any material and if there is a yellow stain on your face, wait it out for a few hours, it's not permanent.
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Be sure to do this recipe on a non-busy day as it can be quite messy but the results will be so worth it so go give it a try!
