The Amazing Health Benefits Of Turmeric Milk

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Introduction

Turmeric milk, which has gained massive popularity in recent times, is a blessing in disguise. Celeb nutritionist, Rujuta Diwekar, suggests using non-branded, regular, full fat milk and regular turmeric powder that is grown naturally and locally. 

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Anti-inflammatory

Turmeric milk has forever been most popular for its anti-inflammatory effects; in turn it helps in easing the heart condition, arthritis etc.

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Brain function

Turmeric promotes brain functioning, memory and helps in having good sleep. Studies have shown that drinking warm turmeric milk at night helps those who face sleeping troubles.

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Immunity

Increase immunity: It has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties, hence is always advised to be taken in season of flu, cold, cough

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Hormone balance

It aids regular periods and can help cure acne. Application of turmeric directly on the skin also yields good results. The haldi ceremony performed as a ritual in Indian wedding signify the same thing.

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Blood sugar levels

Studies have shown that it helps in regulating blood sugar levels of different patients of Type 2 Diabetes and also reduce risk of cancer.

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Antioxidant

Turmeric Milk has antioxidant properties which have several benefits to the body

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Aids digestion

It also helps in regulating acid balance in the body hence reducing acidity etc. Though too much can cause irritation etc. so a pinch of haldi added on the milk can give beautiful benefits.

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Wound healing

Turmeric also has healing properties and as it effects against cell damage, it is usually recommended to have haldi doodh for wound healing.

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Adding other spices

Adding a pinch of haldi along with pepper or nutmeg ensures that you don't catch cough or cold after drinking turmeric milk at night.

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