Five ways to use turmeric.
Although this powerful brightly colored root has been used medicinally by holistic healers for thousands of years, it has recently made its way onto the latest list of super foods. The reemergence of turmeric is well deserved, for it definitely lives up to the hype. Some of the benefits of turmeric include...
-it promotes digestion
-it helps with vata vitiation and symptoms associated with vata imbalance
-helps with proper function of digestion
-supports brain function and nervous system
-helps with inflammation and maintains healthy joints
-maintains healthy blood sugar levels (especially when combined with neem)
-helps keep a healthy heart and circulatory system (one of the main places where vata resides)
Turmeric is tridoshic, meaning that it is good for all of the doshas, and body types. It targets the rasa and rakta tissues of the body. This is the blood and the plasma, allowing it to navigate through the circulatory system, and deliver its benefits to the most needed parts of the body.
It helps to remove ama, the accumulated toxic residue that builds up in the intestinal track. It stimulates agni, the metabolism, or the digestive fire within us. This better helps turmeric to cleanse the body of ama.
5 easy ways to utilize this powerful root include...
Turmeric Ginger Tea.
This simple tea is cleansing, which will help with kapha dosha. It is warming, which will help to balance both kapha and vata dosha. Begin by filling your favorite cup with warm water. Add a slice of fresh turmeric, and a fresh slice of ginger. Let this steep for about 5 minutes.
2. Golden Milk.
Warm the desired amount of your favorite milk in a small saucepan. I prefer to use either almond or oat milk. As the milk heats, add a slice or two of freshly cut turmeric. Add a cinnamon stick, 1/8 tsp of ashwaganda (opt), some cloves, and a tsp of honey or agave nectar. Let this steep on the stove for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove all of the spices before you pour your milk into your cup.
3. Tincture.
Tinctures are great to use, because they allow the nutrients of the herbs to be absorbed quickly, and get delivered to the necessary tissues quickly. Tinctures are made by soaking the herbs in alcohol for a specific amount of time. The liquid is then strained and bottled. You can try to make your own, or you can order the Wild Spirit Invigorating Tincture that comes in the Wild Spirit Vata box.
The Wild Spirit Invigorating tincture includes turmeric root, lemon, rosemerry, and honey. It is soaked in brandy for 6 weeks.
4. Face Mask.
Our health is obviously affected by what we eat, but it is also affected by what gets absorbed through the skin. This face mask is a fun one that leaves my skin feeling soft, clean, and radiant. Mix half a tsp of turmeric powder with a tbsp of plain yogurt. You can add 1/4 tsp of honey, for hydration, and a splash of rose water. Mix it up and put it on your face. Let it set for up to 10 minutes. Wash off with warm water.
5. Cook with it.
Turmeric is a staple in Indian cooking. I use it when I make rice, lentils, curries. Sometimes I sprinkle it on my veggies when I roast them, or sauté them.
Keep in mind that turmeric, like any herb, has its contraindications. Make sure that you do your research or consult with your doctor before you begin to take it as a supplement. If you want to learn more about your dosha, and whether or not turmeric will benefit you, schedule your free consult with me by clicking on this link https://sabrinaf1.wixsite.com/website/ayurvedacoachbook-online
As always, much love and namaste
Sabrina White
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