ULTIMATE COCO CONCOCTION FOR YOUR HEALTH

Turmeric + Ginger & Coconut Milk = Golden Latte

Tumeric is fast being touted as the wonder drink of the Pacific, and the 'Golden Latte' hot drink is taking the health conscious world by storm.

Etu Tusitala who makes the 'Samoa Wild Tumeric Juice' is the master of making this coco-concoction which he describes as 'the ultimate local health tonic'

This recipe has a calming and soothing effect on the body and it is simultaneously packed with a myriad of healthy substances.

Etu's turmeric latte at Amoa Hotel in Savai'i

Turmeric is one of it's main ingredients and has valuable properties that cover almost all health issues that a person might have and is also one of the most powerful anti-inflammatory natural agents.

These properties have also been found to: -

* Act against bacteria and microbes

* Destroy cancer cells ad prevent the formation of tumours

* Regulate blood sugar levels and prevent diabetes

* Control cholesterol levels

* Boost the immune system and soothe the nervous system

* Detoxify the liver

This potent spice is packed with anti-inflammatories and anti-oxidants. Turmeric has been proven to fight free radicals, rejuvenate the cells, protect the heart, boosts moods and supports the brain with better memory, focus and cognition. This multifunctional spice is also used to regulate fat metabolism, alleviate IBS, regulate bile flow, reduce joint pain and bring luster to the skin!

Coconut milk of course splashes our system with precious antioxidants - Vitamins C, E and B plus minerals magnesium, potassium, iron and phosphorus.

Then Ginger also intensifies and empowers this drink as a wonderful spice! It has the scientific ability to destroy microbes, prevent cancer, alleviate pains, calm the digestive system, relieve nausea, promote circulation, reduce high blood pressure and regulate insulin secretion!

Its effective as medicine itself so how do we make this Ultimate Coco Concoction?

We have the Recipe for you right here: -

* 2 cups of Coconut milk

* 1 teaspoon of turmeric

* 1 small piece of sliced ginger

* 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (improves the intake of turmeric but leave out if you have intestinal problems)

* Raw honey to sweeten (Optional)

Instructions: -

Whisk to combine all the ingredients in a saucepan, except honey. Cook them over medium heat until bubbles appear on the surface. Reduce the heat to the minimum and allow the flavours to blend for around 5 minutes. Then remove the ginger, add the honey and stir the mixture.

You can also have the drink after rising in the morning to nourish and energize you, in which case you can also add cinnamon to give you an additional boost and sharpen your senses!

Share this with your family and friends so they can enjoy the luscious taste and reap the health benefits as well.

Source: Forever Young & Diet of Life

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