Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (2024)

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Looking for an anti-inflammatory drink? This Turmeric Tea is for you. It's healthy, delicious and full of curcumin, an anti-inflammatory compound. Bottom's up for your health!

Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (1)

If you haven't heard of Turmeric Tea, where have you been?

It contains curcumin which has strong anti-inflammatory properties.

According to Dr. Weil, elderly villagers in India who eat this spice every day in their curries, have the lowest rates of Alzheimer's in the world. If that's not reasonenough to give this Turmeric Iced Tea a try, I'm not sure what is.

Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (2)

I have to admit, I had my doubts about how this would taste - it's delicious and refreshing. My daughter tried it and gave it a thumbs down, but I'm not surprised. This tea is for mommy. It's a great treat for a hot day and something a bit different from your everyday iced coffee.

If you prefer hot tea, try this Orange Peel Tea.

Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric and can be good for these ailments...

  • joint pain
  • hay fever
  • depression
  • acne
  • heart health

Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (3)

Super simple to throw together. Boil water, add spices and drink up! I love the flavor of turmeric.

Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (4)

Turmeric Tea

Looking for an anti-inflammatory drink? This Turmeric Tea is for you. It's healthy, delicious and full of curcumin, an anti-inflammatory compound. Bottom's up for your health!

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Course: Drink

Cuisine: Indian

Diet: Gluten Free

Keyword: turmeric tea

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 1

Calories: 9kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • juice of ½ an orange
  • honey to taste

Instructions

Nutrition

Calories: 9kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 55mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.9mg

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This recipe was adapted from Dr. Weil.

Karen Kelly

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Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food and travel writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find delicious recipes and fun travel ideas.

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  1. Mary Ann |The Beach House Kitchen

    I'm intrigued Karen! I'll definitely need to give this a try!

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    • Karen Kelly

      I know it's a little out there but I had to try it since turmeric is so good for you!

      Reply

  2. Diana

    I've been making turmeric latte, but not ice tea. This ice tea looks and sounds amazing, I will have to try your recipe!

    Reply

  3. Rebecca

    Can't go wrong with tea!

    Reply

  4. Amy Nash

    Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (6)
    Um, I haven't heard of it! So I don't know where I've been either, lol! This is such a beautiful (and healing!) drink! Gorgeous photos!

  5. Jane

    Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (7)
    Sending this recipe to my Mum, she is OBSESSED with turmeric!

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      That's one healthy mum you've got there Jane!

      Reply

  6. Emma

    I STILL haven't tried tumeric in drinks - I'm not really a hot drink person so have shyed away from Tumeric Lattes. I could TOTALLY get on board with tumeric iced tea though. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      So healthy Emma!

      Reply

  7. Phi @ The SweetPhi blog

    Love this! I'm introducing spices to my son and this would be a fantastic way to do it!

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      I hope he loves it Phi!

      Reply

  8. Honey

    Does this call for turmeric root or the powder?

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      Turmeric powder.

      Reply

  9. Susan Blaha

    Can i just add tumeric powder in cold water for my ice tea?

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      Susan, sure you can try that but I'm not sure it will mix together well.

      Reply

  10. Cara Christofor

    I would suggest you add a pinch of black pepper, without it you are not getting the full benefit of the turmeric. Otherwise it sounds great!

    Reply

  11. Wendy

    Can I use the turmeric tea bags like I would make regular iced tea? Thanks!

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      Sorry I'm not sure what you are asking, turmeric tea bags?

      Reply

  12. Jenn Watson

    Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (8)
    This is a great drink! I love the recipe and turns out yummy especially with the orange juice.

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      Glad you liked it!

      Reply

  13. Mary

    I do not have tumeric powder. Can I use finely chopped fresh tumeric?

    Reply

    • Karen Kelly

      Hi Mary, I haven't tried that so I'm not sure that would work. Sorry!

      Reply

Healthy Turmerica Tea Recipe · Seasonal Cravings (2024)

FAQs

What happens if I drink turmeric tea every day? ›

What are the side effects of drinking turmeric tea? Curcumin is generally safe to consume. However, in rare cases, consuming too much may lead to symptoms such as diarrhea, yellow stool, rash, nausea, and headaches.

How many cups of turmeric tea a day for inflammation? ›

The amount of turmeric tea you can drink daily depends on individual factors like tolerability and personal preference. For most people, a moderate intake of 1 or 2 cups per day can offer turmeric's benefits without a high risk of side effects.

Is turmeric tea better in the morning or before bed? ›

Turmeric can lower your anxiety levels, so slipping this super spice into your bedtime rituals can really help you unwind whilst also helping ease any bad moods. On top of all the good sleep turmeric could bring you, it's also a natural inflammatory.

What pairs well with turmeric tea? ›

It's delicious all on its own but is also commonly paired with other spices and flavors. Turmeric tea pairs well with these spices: ginger. cinnamon.

What does turmeric do to the female body? ›

Through its rich and varied plant chemistry, it has a powerful anti-inflammatory (antioxidant) and immune-strengthening it can be a wonderful support for hormone balance at all life stages. Here are just a few of the ways turmeric is beneficial to women: Premenstrual symptoms and cycle balance.

Who should not drink turmeric tea? ›

People who should not take turmeric include those with gallbladder problems, bleeding disorders, diabetes, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), infertility, iron deficiency, liver disease, hormone-sensitive conditions, and arrhythmia. Pregnant women and those who are going to undergo surgery should not use turmeric.

Can turmeric burn belly fat? ›

Turmeric may reduce the fat deposit in the body. It could help reduce body fat and body weight as per animal studies. You can mix some turmeric in a glass of warm water and take it every morning to reduce belly fat.

When should you not drink turmeric tea? ›

Do not use turmeric if you have gallstones or a bile duct obstruction. Bleeding problems: Taking turmeric might slow blood clotting.

Does boiling water destroy turmeric? ›

Cooking turmeric for just a few minutes does not reduce its nutritional value, but boiling turmeric over high heat or pressure cooking it reduces the effectiveness of Curcumin. However, cooking it for a small duration and pairing it with souring agents may help in better absorption of Curcumin in the body.

What medications should not be taken with turmeric? ›

Turmeric may interfere with the action of these drugs, increasing the production of stomach acid:
  • Cimetidine (Tagamet)
  • Famotidine (Pepcid)
  • Ranitidine (Zantac)
  • Esomeprazole (Nexium)
  • Omeprazole (Prilosec)
  • Lansoprazole (Prevacid)

Does turmeric affect your sleep? ›

Initial mice studies have found that turmeric can protect against oxidative damage and sleep deprivation. Slip this super spice into your bedtime ritual to relax, improve mood, help depression , and potentially lower your anxiety levels (as seen in mice).

How many teaspoons of turmeric should I put in my tea? ›

Mix together ¼ to ½ teaspoon of dried, powdered turmeric with 1¼ cup of water. Add ⅛ teaspoon black pepper and ½ teaspoon ghee or cold pressed oil like extra virgin coconut oil, olive oil or avocado, depending on your diet. If you want you can also add the ghee/oil later just before straining the tea.

How many minutes to boil turmeric? ›

The general rule of thumb is to use approximately 4 cups of water for every 1-inch piece of turmeric root. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow the turmeric root to simmer for about 15-20 minutes to extract its goodness.

Is it OK to drink green tea and turmeric together? ›

By harnessing the combined benefits of matcha green tea with turmeric, you're not only enriching your taste buds with delightful flavors but also empowering your body with a potent shield against free radicals and inflammatory stress.

Is it safe to drink turmeric everyday? ›

When taken by mouth: Turmeric is likely safe when used short-term. Turmeric products that provide up to 8 grams of curcumin daily seem to be safe when used for up to 2 months, Also, taking up to 3 grams of turmeric daily seems to be safe when used for up to 3 months. Turmeric usually doesn't cause serious side effects.

Does turmeric tea detox your body? ›

Well, we are talking about Turmeric and its excellent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that help in natural detoxification of the body and helps boost metabolism and immunity.

Can too much turmeric tea be bad? ›

Taking turmeric in large doses has potential risks: Mild side effects include upset stomach, acid reflux, diarrhea, dizziness, and headaches. Consuming large doses of turmeric supplements can significantly increase urinary oxalate levels, increasing the risk of kidney stone formation.

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