Benefits of Turmeric and 6 Simple Ways to Use Turmeric as Medicine

1. Turmeric tea for inflammation

Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger (optional)
  • 1 cup of hot water
  • Honey or lemon to taste

Instructions:

  • Mix turmeric and ginger in hot water, mix well and add honey or lemon for flavor.
  • To reduce inflammation, drink 1–2 glasses daily.

2. Golden milk for better sleep and immunity

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • A pinch of black pepper (to increase curcumin absorption)
  • Honey for sweetness

Instructions:

  • Heat the milk, add the turmeric and black pepper, and stir. Sweeten with honey.
  • Drink before bed to relax and support your immunity.

3. Turmeric paste for joint pain

Ingredients:

  • 2 teaspoons of turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon of coconut oil
  • Water to make a paste

Instructions:

  • Mix the ingredients to form a paste and apply it to the affected area. Cover with a bandage for 20 minutes, then rinse.
  • Use daily to relieve joint pain.

4. Gargling with turmeric for a sore throat

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1 cup of warm water

Instructions:

  • Mix turmeric and salt in warm water and gargle 2-3 times a day to relieve a sore throat.

5. Turmeric and honey mixture for colds

 

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