Golden health benefits of Golden milk

Golden milk is a bright yellow drink. It is also called turmeric milk. It is very famous in india and often used as a remedy of common cold. Because it has anti inflammatory properties and it also boosts immunity.



Below we will know about some amazing health benefits of golden milk.


1. Helps to reduce inflammation

Inflammation may harm our health. Chronic inflammation may be responsible for many diseases like heart diseases, Alzheimer's etc. Golden milk's ingredients has powerful anti inflammatory properties. So the food which has anti inflammatory properties may help to reduce these conditions.


2. Rich in antioxidants

One of major ingredient of this drink is turmeric. Turmeric contains 'Curcumin'. Which is a Powerful antioxidant. Antioxidants preventing our cell damage caused by free radicals. The foods which is rich in antioxidants may reduce the risk of oxidative stress and infections.




3. Antibacterial, Antiviral and Antifungal properties.

Study shows that curcumin has antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. It can prevent us from infection. We can use golden milk as a home remedy for common cold.



4. Good for brain

Turmeric milk also good for brain health. Study shows that golden milk may help to promote the growth of brain cell. It may help to prevent the Alzheimer's disease. Golden milk contains Ginger, which promotes the brain function.



5. Good for heart health

Golden milk is also good for heart health. The main ingredients of golden milk like turmeric, ginger, cinnamon is linked to reduce the risk of heart diseases. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin also preventing from heart diseases.



6. Improves mood 

Study shows that the curcumin which is the active ingredient of turmeric may help to reduce the symptoms of depression and improves mood but more study is needed.




Note : The information in this article should not be considered as a substitute for a physician's advice. Please consult your treating physician for more details.







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