This deliciously restorative broth, featuring miso, ginger and turmeric, is ideal any time you feel run down, chilled or a bit depleted. It’s a great way to stay well too, as you can often nip a cold in the bud by paying attention to the early warning signs, like unusual fatigue or a scratchy throat. Enjoy a generous cup (or several) of this broth and indulge in the rest you need, and you are virtually guaranteed to feel better soon. Better yet, enjoy Buddha Broth daily to maintain vibrant wellness! This easy recipe serves two.
Ingredients:
4 cups hot water
3-4 tablespoons Japanese miso paste, or to taste
1 thinly sliced green onion
1-2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, minced or grated
1/2 teaspoon turmeric (increase amount over time if possible)
Cayenne pepper to taste, optional
Bring water to boil, add ginger, onions and spices and remove from heat. Allow broth to steep several minutes. Add miso paste and blend well. Enjoy in good health!
The Healing Power of Turmeric
Turmeric, or curcuma longa, is an ancient spice that has been used in India and Asia for thousands of years. A member of the ginger family, turmeric imparts a vibrant golden hue to many foods. There are over 8000 medical studies on the vast array of health benefits this amazing spice offers, largely due to the phytochemicals it contains, called curcuminoids. For starters, turmeric is a powerful antioxidant, which can help to protect your cells from free radical damage and the development of many cancers.1,2,3,4
Turmeric also has highly effective anti-inflammatory properties, which means it helps to minimize chronic inflammation in your body which is linked to many serious health issues, from arthritis to auto-immune disorders to heart disease, cancer and more.5,6,7 While you can take turmeric supplements, using the spice itself is ideal. It’s inexpensive and can be added to soups, salad dressings, sauces and more. Start with 1/2 a teaspoon and increase the amount you consume over time. For some people, turmeric, like many foods, is an acquired taste, but it’s well worth falling in love with as it plays a starring role in an enlightened daily menu.
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