Aqn anti-inflammatory beverage must-have for the season!
It’s getting to be that time of year again and that calls for one anti-inflammatory beverage we all should have in our kitchen recipe book! I love foods that are packed with beneficial nutrients and this cup of cocoa does not disappoint.
A healthy twist on an old favorite
Made with unsweetened organic cocoa powder, this spicy version of a home favorite tastes yummy and is good for you too. I’m a turmeric fiend and I could not resist putting my own spin on a childhood favorite. The end result is spicy homemade turmeric cocoa that both tasty and loaded with health benefits.
About that Cocoa
Cocao is an ancient beverage and cocoa powder itself is loaded with flavonoids that improve blood flow, helps to balance cholesterol levels, rich in antioxidants, speeds healing, and aid in reducing your blood pressure, etc.
So, it only made sense to combine the superpowers of cocoa with the anti-inflammatory healing powers of turmeric and honey to make this a truly inspired power beverage!
Creating my homemade anti-inflammatory turmeric rich cocoa uses only a few ingredients and is low in calories but rich in texture as well as nutrients. Most of these benefits help heal the body and combat inflammation. Also, let’s not forget to add that extra bit of decadence by topping it off with a dollop of froth using your home gadget right here!
Some of the benefits
Turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger all possess a myriad of health benefits. The beauty of this recipe is that these ingredients complement themselves in such a way as to create a complex blend of spicy goodness.
Ingredients
1. 1 1/2 tablespoon organic cocoa powder
2. 1/4 teaspoon organic turmeric powder.
3. 1/4 teaspoon ginger powder
4. 1/2 teaspoon of organic raw honey (sweeten to your own taste).
5. 1 cup of coconut-almond milk (vegan option; you can use dairy if that is your preference). I like to use this or a vegan cream for those times when I want to have a decadent frothy hot beverage!
6. 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground cinnamon.
Preparation
Bring almond coconut milk to a boil, adding all ingredients starting with the cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric followed by the cocoa powder. Make sure all of the ingredients are fully incorporated and then allow the mixture to briefly simmer.
You can also add in approximately 1/4 cup of water to thin out your mixture if the consistency is a little thick. Next, pour your beverage into your favorite mug and enjoy!
A little advice about refined sugars
Also, it’s always a good idea to minimize your intake of processed sugar . This is one reason why I use raw honey, blackstrap molasses or ripened fruit to sweeten most of my dishes where possible (green stevia is another option).
For those days when I’m craving a frothy decadent cup of yumminess, I use my trusty hand frother. You can get yours right here!
About the author
Tonye Tariah, Holistic Health Strategist and founder of Freedom at The Crossroads Blog, helps free women from inaction and unhealthy habits so they can get fit, healthy, and live free.
Her approach to healthy living
When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, she believes “the cookie-cutter method only works for cookies,” meaning she helps each person in a unique way helps them transform their lives from the inside out.
She’s not about helping you lose weight quickly. She’s about changing your habits and helping you fall in love with yourself so you can live a life with pure joy.
