From Grandma's Kitchen to Science Labs: The Amazing Benefits of This Ancient Drink

New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): If there's one spice in India that not only enhances the flavor of food but also serves as a medicine, it's turmeric. When mixed with milk, it becomes not just a simple beverage but a natural medicine.

In ancient times, grandmothers always advised drinking turmeric milk in case of injury, cold, or weakness. Today, even science recognizes that turmeric milk is a super drink for the body.

Drinking turmeric milk before bed is extremely beneficial. It protects the brain from damage and reduces the risk of diseases like Alzheimer's.

It has the ability to increase the amount of a substance called melatonin, which promotes deeper and better sleep. This is why it's also known as a natural sleep booster. Furthermore, turmeric milk also helps improve eyesight, improve digestion, and keep the intestines clean.

The curcumin in turmeric boosts the body's immune system and protects against diseases like cancer. When combined with milk, it strengthens bones and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. It also flushes out toxins from the blood and promotes liver health.

Turmeric milk is also extremely beneficial from a beauty perspective. It promotes collagen production, leaving skin soft and glowing. Furthermore, it has antibiotic and antibacterial properties, which protect the body from all kinds of infections.

If black pepper is also added to it, its effect gets doubled, because black pepper helps in better absorption of curcumin present in turmeric in the body.