Inspiration of the Month

Turmeric

Turmeric is a plant in the ginger family reported to have incredible anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-cancer properties. Most of these properties are attributed to a potent polyphenol in turmeric, called curcumin. When fresh, turmeric looks similar to ginger root, and can be peeled and chopped, before adding to a variety of dishes like sautéed vegetables or stir-fries, soups or broths, and even added raw to smoothies and juices. More commonly, it is dried and made into a powder. Turmeric is native to Asia, and has been prized for thousands of years for its medicinal properties, particularly in India.

Beautiful Morning Smoothie (Serves 2)

• 1 cup frozen mango
• 1 frozen banana
• 1 whole peeled carrot
• 1/2 tablespoon turmeric (or 1 inch piece peeled fresh turmeric)
• 1 tablespoon raw Manuka honey
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons raw hulled hemp seeds
• 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• 1 cup filtered water
• 1 cup ice cubes

Place all ingredients into a high-speed blender and process until smooth.