Curcumin (turmeric) may stop the action of a liver enzyme that activates environmental toxins into carcinogenic forms, and may be especially useful in deactivating the carcinogens in cigarette smoke and chewing tobacco. Turmeric in the diet increases the production of enzymes that digest fats and sugars, and stop cholesterol from forming gallstones. Turmeric prevents the release of histamine in the stomach, quelling nervous stomach and counteracting food allergies and it fights gum inflammation by halting the action of a gene that creates irritant chemicals. Without the irritation, bacteria cannot find a place to grow, and the absence of bacteria reduces both bad breath and gingivitis.

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Turmeric Tea

Course Beverages

Cuisine healthy

Prep Time 2 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Total Time 7 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Author Chef Maria Cummins

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk PLUS
• 1 cup Water OR (see recipe below)
• 3 cups coconut milk homemade
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon honey raw, or pure maple syrup
• 1 pinch black pepper increases absorption
• 1/4 tsp ginger peeled and grated
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional

Instructions

• Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender until smooth.
• Pour into a small sauce pan and heat for 3-5 minutes over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
• Drink immediately