The fame of golden milk, or Golden milk, a drink extraordinarily rich in natural antioxidants, has crossed the borders of India and spread throughout the world for its countless beneficial properties. Its name derives from the colour that turmeric gives to the milk — a spice from the ginger family that lies at the heart of all Hawaiian folk medicine and has been used for centuries in Ayurveda for its preventive and therapeutic virtues.

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It is in India that the golden milk recipe was born, where yoga practitioners use it daily because it improves joint flexibility and allows positions to be held for longer. But let us discover all the uses of this marvellously delicious elixir. An ancient comfort food.

What golden milk is used for

• It treats back pain, lubricating the spine and reducing inflammation. It relieves muscle and joint pain in general, making it highly recommended for people who do sport, of all ages.
• It reduces inflammation in the body. It counteracts arthritis and gastric ulcers.
• It cleanses the liver and detoxifies the body. It stimulates intestinal digestion and, in particular, through its action on the bile process, activates the digestion of fats.
• It alleviates respiratory problems caused by bacterial and viral infections. It is also useful for those who suffer from sinusitis. Perfect in cases of coughs and colds, thanks also to the presence of honey and cinnamon.
• It brings relief to women who suffer from menstrual pain because it acts as a natural antispasmodic.
• It boosts the body's immune defences and has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. Taking it is particularly recommended during seasonal changes.
• It keeps the metabolism active, thereby helping to maintain a healthy body weight.
• It reduces cholesterol levels in the blood, and is a drink suited to the prevention of cardiovascular problems.

How to prepare it

First, you need to make the turmeric paste base to keep ready and use whenever you want to prepare your drink on the spot. You will need 50 g of turmeric powder and 120 ml of still mineral water. Heat the water and turmeric in a small saucepan over a low heat, stirring constantly, until a paste forms with a consistency similar to toothpaste (2–3 minutes). Leave the mixture to cool, then store in a glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 20 days.

To prepare a single serving of golden milk, pour 1 cup of rice (or oat) plant-based milk into a small saucepan, add half a teaspoon of turmeric paste and heat until the drink begins to steam. Turn off the heat immediately, pour into a cup and add 1 teaspoon of acacia or wildflower honey, a dash (a scant teaspoon) of sweet almond oil for culinary use (alternatively, clarified butter or extra virgin olive oil) and a dusting of cinnamon powder. Stir well. Yoga masters recommend using it for 40 consecutive days, but golden milk is so tasty that it will be impossible to stop drinking it.