Haldi Milk is a time tested recipe of our culture that has always been used to boost immunity. The Corona Pandemic has brought immunity to center stage. Indian culture is rich of potent spices like haldi, which have been used foe therapeutic properties. Haldi ( Turmeric), popularly referred to as the ‘Asian yellow dye’ by the global chefs on the food channels today is not a mere dye or else it wouldn’t have found mention in ancient Indian scriptures like Garuda Purana, Devi Baghwatam, Vishnu Sutra, Charak Samhita , Tantrik texts to name a few.
In our traditional culinary wisdom, turmeric or haldi is not only used as an essential spice, but also regarded therapeutic and medicinal. Thus in the culinary wisdom , time tested recipes like Haldi milk exist . The West is only now getting aware of its health benefits and It is now being hailed as the superfood all across the globe for its antiseptic, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and immunity enhancing properties. Haldi not only has the power to prevent but also treat a variety of diseases like Rheumatoid Arthirits, Ulcerative Colitis, Alziemer’s Disease, Childhood Leukaemia, but the recent research also shows that the turmeric can augment the effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients.
Therapeutic Component in Curcumin
A bioactive compound called curcumin present within it makes it potential to fight against the odds. It is this that aids in boosting our immunity. This is due to its broad spectrum anti- microbial activity including anti-bacterial, anti -viral, anti- fungal and anti- malarial. Haldi is not just celebrated as medicinal, but in Indian culture, turmeric is the symbol of purity, fertility and prosperity.
Common Mistakes committed while using Haldi to Boost Immunity
While Haldi Milk is a time tested recipe, there are many diet trends that suggest the use of Haldi in such a way that the bod y is not able to derive benefits.
Current Trend of Haldi Shots
Haldi Milk for Boosting Immunity during Corona Virus Pandemic
Hailed as a super food, haldi is currently being consumed as Haldi shots in water, supplements, tea , smoothies, soups and what not. It is important to understand that just ingestion of food or herb doesn’t guarantee its absorption and assimilation. A conducive body environment along with all necessary co -factors will assist in bio availability of the key compound and its therapeutic properties.Our culinary wisdom has always been abreast with sustainable and responsible use of food. Emphasis should always be on a holistic and balanced view . Its not right to blow any one component of food out of proportion and haill it as a magic food.
If you are a novice to cooking processes, let me orient you that haldi has always gone into the ghee or cold pressed oils oil while cooking or tempering. . The reason for this cooking practice lies in a deeper understanding of how the core therapeutic compounds and anti oxidants of Haldi require essential fat for its absorption and assimilation. Thus using haldi in water as shots or tea or water based soups renders it unavailable towards any health reason. You have consumed it but lost whole purpose of its consumption!
Turmeric latte( Haldi Milk) : Our gift to the World
Haldi Milk for Boosting Immunity during Corona Virus Pandemic
Haldi milk is our gift to the world,. Currently trending as # Haldi wala doodh, as commonly called in India,. Our dadi’s and nani’s have always recommended this as a bedtime drink. Today this humble drink has got a trendy spin. IElite Cafes around the glore are serving ti as Turmeric Latte. Much to their obtuse understanding , this trend has failed to adopt in entirety the health benefits of the drink.
The recipe, the ingredients and the time of its consumption are all crucial to the process.
There’s more to India’s golden drink than just mixing haldi with milk. Follow the given recipe to benefit from this therapeutic elixir in this time of Corona Virus . Have it as a bed time drink,. While you sleep, this repairs tissue loss, aids recovery and boosts immunity. High immunity is the key requirement in the face of this pandemic. .
Haldi Milk Recipe
Haldi Milk for Boosting Immunity during Corona Virus Pandemic
INGREDIENTS
Milk ( preferably Full fat)- 1 Cup ( 250ML)
Hadli Powder or freshly grated haldi root- 1/4th tsp
Black Pepper powder ( to activate curcumin of Turmeric) – a pinch
Nutmet powder- a pinch
Cinnamon powder- 1/4 tsp
chuarra or munnakaa ( optional)
PROCESS
If you are using skimmed milk ( which is meaningless ) use a teaspoon of ghee or coconut oil .To this add black pepper, grated nutmeg powder and cinnamon powder.
Top it up with milk and allow to simmer for a few minutes.
Incase you want to add sweetness, I recommend dried date ( chuara ) or 3-4 black raisins ( munnakka)
Incase of using full fat milk, add all ingredients and allow to simmer.
How to Boost Immunity during Season Change
Don’t just follow trends. Dig deep to understand in totality the process, ingredients and time of consumption of food items to boost your health. In holistic approach to health, each component of a healthy lifestyle quality sleep, exercise, balanced diet and activity fits beautifully to complete the picture. Quick fixes and fad diets lead to long term damaging effects to our body.
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