Turmeric and Ginger Drink
Turmeric and ginger, some of nature's most powerful healers, are combined in this "cleansing tea", also known as "Golden Milk".
Ingredients
| 1 cup | milk, partly skimmed, 2% | 250 mL | |
| 2 tsp | turmeric | 6 g | |
| 2 tsp | gingerroot, grated | 9 g | |
| 1/2 tsp | honey | 4 g | |
| ground pepper to taste [optional] |
Method
- Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat gently until it reaches room temperature. Add the turmeric, grated ginger, honey and a pinch of pepper to a mug.
- Pour a small amount of the warm milk into the mug and stir to create a liquid paste, ensuring there are no lumps. Pour the remaining milk and serve.
Nutrition Facts Table
per 1 serving (280g)
|
Amount % Daily Value |
|
Calories 170 |
|
Fat 6 g 9 % |
|
Saturated
3.3 g 17 % |
|
Cholesterol 20 mg |
|
Sodium 110 mg 5 % |
|
Carbohydrate 20 g 7 % |
|
Fibre 1 g 6 % |
|
Sugars 16 g |
|
Protein 9 g |
|
Vitamin A 14 % |
|
Vitamin C 4 % |
|
Calcium 29 % |
|
Iron 19 % |
Servings of Canada's Food Guide
1 serving of this recipe is equivalent to :
|
Vegetables and Fruits : | ¼ | serving |
|
Grain Products : | 0 | serving |
|
Milk and Alternatives : | 1 | servings |
|
Meat and Alternatives : | 0 | serving |
Claims
This recipe is :- Low :
- Sodium
- Source of :
- Folacin, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6
- Good source of :
- Iron, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Zinc
- Excellent source of :
- Calcium, Potassium, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B2, Vitamin D
- Diet-related health claims :
- Bone-healthy
DIABETES Exchange
| Food Group | Exchanges |
|---|---|
| Vegetables | ½ |
| Milk and Alternatives | 1 |
| Other Foods | 0 |
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