HOW TO MAKE TULSI & TURMERIC TEA


FOOD AS MEDICINE
 TULSI & TURMERIC TEA

     As Corona Virus (COVID-19) infections are strolling in, WHO has mentioned that it is important to take precautions that include washing hands frequently, covering face while sneezing and coughing, use a mask regularly and avoid public gatherings. While these are the basics that will help you protect from the virus, it is important to boost your immunity to stay safe from the disease. I grew up hearing a lot about Home Remedies and simple concoctions prepared with easily available ingredients from the Pantry. For any kind of ailment even for simple ones my Parents use to start with Home Remedies before visiting the Doctor. For Coughs, Cold, Flu, Dysentry, Indigestion, Body pain etc., & etc.,  And trust me it works!!!
      But be sure about what you are doing and follow the Home Remedies from trusted sources.  Follow it, only if it suits you. Last Sunday I slept a little late due to my usual Back Pain which made me stay awake for a long time in the night and I slept off in the morning when the pain subsided.  It's a routine to call my parents on Sundays and I stick on to specific timing for it. It was a bit late when I called them & my Mom asked me why I was late. I said about my Back Pain & immediately she asked me to drink Moringa Leaves Tea, which had helped her solve the problem.  And as usual, we were talking about all things around along with the latest updates of COVID & Corona Virus.  She said she was making Tulsi Tea for all at home so that it would boost up the immunity.  
     Immediately, I started with my regime too, in my own way of boosting up the immunity.  With the latest news of Covid Cases locally and in Singapore, my husband's frequent visits to his HQ in Singapore has given me a bit of worry.  And so here comes a simple Home Remedy to fight Cold & Flu and also to Boost your Immunity.  Tulsi & Turmeric Tea. 
     Tulsi - Holy Basil is purely a bliss with wonderful healing properties. Turmeric is another wonder herb with loaded medicinal properties.  I have used fresh Turmeric Root in this recipe. Try this Tulsi & Turmeric Tea recipe made with the goodness of Tulsi - The Holy Basil & Fresh Turmeric Root. You can even add Ginger to this Tea and sweeten it up with Honey and serve it along with a tinge of Lemon Juice.  A refreshing Tea recipe with added benefits from the ingredients will surely refresh your senses, rejuvenates your mood and silently boosts your immunity.
      So, go ahead with this easy recipe, as you don't have to just drink this Tulsi & Turmeric Tea when you have a cold/flu. You can drink it daily too. It will help to enhance circulation, warming you from your Head to Toe during Winter and it is great for keeping sickness at bay.


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Recipe Type - Drink/Home Remedy
Difficulty - Easy
Serves -  2-3
Author - SM  

Preparation Time - 5 Minutes
Cooking Time - 10-15 Minutes


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HOW TO MAKE TULSI & TURMERIC TEA

FOOD AS MEDICINE
 TULSI & TURMERIC TEA

 

INGREDIENTS:

For Tulsi & Turmeric Tea:

Water - 3 Cups
Tulsi Leaves - a Handful
Turmeric Root - 3 Slices
Ginger - 3 Slices
Honey - 1 Tbspn(Optional)
Lemon Juice -  To Taste


METHOD:

  • Clean, Peel and cut Turmeric Root & Ginger into slices.
  • Slightly pound them up using a pestle or a heavy object.
  • Clean & Wash the Tulsi Leaves.
  • Boil the Water in a Saucepan.
  • Once the Water boils, add the Tulsi Leaves, pounded Turmeric Root & Ginger to the Water and boil it on a low flame for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Steep longer for a stronger flavour and more powerful health benefits.  
  • Switch off the flame and keep it aside for few minutes.
  • Strain the tea into a mug.
  • Add in the honey along with a dash of Lemon Juice & mix well(optional).

 TULSI & TURMERIC TEA


FOOD AS MEDICINE
 TULSI & TURMERIC TEA


NOTES:

  • I do not add any sweeteners in this tea.
  • Adding Honey & Lemon Juice is purely optional, but has added health benefits.
  • Do not add Honey* while boiling the concoction.
  • Can also add Pepper Powder/Peppercorns along with the other ingredients.
  • Prepare this Tea to suit your preference.
  • I have used fresh Turmeric Roots in this recipe.
  • If you cannot get hold of fresh Turmeric Roots, use about 1/4 - 1/2 Tspn of Turmeric Powder in this recipe.

*Important: Food Safety :

     According to Ayurvedic practitioners, Honey should never be cooked or heated above 110° Celcius as this process changes the molecular structure of the honey and makes it Toxic & unrecognizable substance to the body.
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DISCLAIMER:

Please remember these treatments options are only meant as guidelines and in no way replaces the advice or treatment provided by your medical practitioner. It is always good to seek the advice of your physician, homeopath, naturopath, or herbalist for professional advice in any matter related to your health. This article is for information purposes only.

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