Golden Turmeric Latte
(courtesy of Tamsin Edwards, Chinese and herbal medicine practitioner in South Lake Tahoe. Serves 1)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
¼ to ½ teaspoon ground ginger
⅛ teaspoon ground star anise
10 to 12 ounces coconut milk
1 teaspoon coconut oil (Fats help assist the absorption of curcumin.)
Pinch of ground black pepper (for proper assimilation of curcumin)
1 teaspoon honey, or 1 date, to sweeten
1 teaspoon ghee
Cinnamon or nutmeg, to serve
Warm or steam coconut milk. Add all other ingredients, and blend to combine. Sprinkle with cinnamon and pinch of nutmeg before serving.
