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I just found out that today was 'Blue Monday', a term they coined to describe the most depressing day of the year. 'They' should have chosen a better name I think because this just reminds of an Icelandic holiday - think Blue Lagoon, the geothermal spa. I want to go travelling so bad its ridiculous but life (and myself) just keep getting in the way; I admire and envy people who are able to buy a plane ticket, just pack up and be off... how?!
Anyway its past eight in evening so I think I can be cautiously optimistic in saying today wasn't that bad. I mean I did wake up late, have a few mishaps, leave half my lunch at home and feel less than fabulous, but its not blue Monday worthy.
Other folk haven't been quite so lucky, we have a nasty cold going round and so I've been making gallons of remedial drinks to soothe the sore throats (and stop the coughing!), its a work in progress.
Anyway its past eight in evening so I think I can be cautiously optimistic in saying today wasn't that bad. I mean I did wake up late, have a few mishaps, leave half my lunch at home and feel less than fabulous, but its not blue Monday worthy.
Other folk haven't been quite so lucky, we have a nasty cold going round and so I've been making gallons of remedial drinks to soothe the sore throats (and stop the coughing!), its a work in progress.
So if you too are feeling a little under the weather I couldn't recommend the following drink enough.
Known as 'Golden Milk', this is an age old Ayurvedic remedy that originates from Asian culture, my grandma used to give it to my dad and his siblings! They were definitely onto something, because with a little research I found that turmeric has tons of health benefits.
Now I don't want to bore you too much, but of course its good to put good stuff into our bodies and know why they're good, right?
As for the for turmeric its hella good - promotes digestion, is an antioxidant, supports the brain, liver, joints and nervous system, nourishes the heart etc. Combine this with pepper which enhances the good properties of turmeric by increasing the body's absorption by 2000% and you're on to a winning combo.
Read on for the recipe!
Golden Milk Ingredients
You will need: cinnamon (bark or powdered), honey, freshly ground pepper, milk and the star of the show - the tumeric!
To start with heat up your milk (this can be almond, coconut, soy, whatever floats your boat), I did this in the microwave but if you have time add all the ingredients to a pan and heat them together.
Next we add a teaspoon of turmeric, half a tsp of cinnamon, a tablespoon of honey and a sprinkle of pepper.
Give this a thorough mixing using a milk frother, cue the action shots!
Top with a little powdered cinnamon and there we have it, the end result; a beautifully frothy, delicious and beneficial Golden drink that's sure to brighten your evening.
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Enjoy!
Q x
