I’ve been a fan of this drink for some time—as are many people, I might add; golden milk is one of those things that’s just as revered in its modern iteration as it has been in its entirety of use—but unfortunately don’t make it a regular habit.
But as I start to take a critical look at how I prepare my body for rest, I’m realizing that my evenings really could use a soothing step in the same way my morning routine demands coffee. “Once you’ve tried golden milk, you’ll be hooked on the way it settles your mind and body at the end of the day and invites your entire being to relax and let go of any worries as you drift off to sleep,” Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary, M.D., neurologist and pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, told mbg about the evening ritual. “Turmeric has gained the recognition of the scientific community for its potential for helping the body in a plethora of ways. Its broad medicinal uses are likely due to its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antioxidant qualities.”
For my own blend, I take inspiration from board-certified family medicine physician, Bindiya Gandhi, M.D., and her go-to mixture that she shared on the mindbodygreen podcast—with a few tweaks depending on what I have in my kitchen. “There is definitely truth and power in turmeric,” she notes.