Turmeric: Does Adding it to Coffee Boost Health?

Turmeric coffee is basically coffee with added turmeric in a cup of standard coffee. This is done to enhance the health profile of the coffee.

It is no surprise that turmeric coffee has been gaining popularity for quite some time. This beverage contains many benefits including healthful nutrients and antioxidants, as well as being comforting, colorful, and tasty.

This is incredibly easy to make since the only extra ingredient is turmeric. It’s a popular and common Indian spice that is a vibrant yellow in color. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, is anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving too.

In this article, we’ll learn all about turmeric coffee. So, let’s get started!

Is Turmeric Good In Coffee?

The addition of turmeric spice coffee elevates the health profile overall of the coffee cup. Plus, many people add more spices too, to drink it as a meal replacement.

Coffee is a healthy beverage to begin with. It’s an organic drink that is one of the largest sources of antioxidants, especially in the western diet.

The caffeine in the coffee gives you an instant boost of energy while elevating your mood. Plus, drinking moderate coffee helps you to strengthen your immune system against many diseases like type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and heart-related issues. Regular consumption also prevents liver cancer.

But all these benefits are enjoyable if drink it within limits. Overconsumption of coffee can cause a lot of trouble. The FDA suggests not to drink more than 400 mg of caffeine in a day, which is equal to three to four 8 ounce cups. If you overdose on coffee you will experience;

• Dehydration
• Depletion of calcium
• Depletion Of Iron
• Dizziness
• High Blood pressure
• High Cholesterol
• Migraines
• Muscle Weakness
• Nausea
• Restlessness
• Tremors

Therefore, turmeric in coffee is an addition to increase its health properties. Plus, it tastes delicious!

How Do You Add Turmeric To Coffee?

Generally, 1.5 grams or ½ teaspoon of turmeric per serving of coffee is ideally added. But you can add more if you enjoy a stronger turmeric taste. This is added to the milk and coffee in a saucepan on a stove or by adding it to the coffee grounds.

If you brew your coffee at home then you might be familiar with many ways that coffee is made. If you’re not then feel free to read my article here.

But if you are a regular customer at any coffee shop, then first you need to know what kind of brewing we are going to do in order to make turmeric coffee.

You can grab any kind of coffee grounds as per your liking. You can make the brew, light, moderate or strong. It’s up to you. Plus, turmeric coffee is usually made by boiling method. The boiling method for making coffee is common in the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

If we literally go by its name, you can add about 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder to your plain black coffee per serving. That will work too. If this is up to your alley, you can do this. But if you want to make it how it’s usually made, keep on reading.  

It only takes 1.5 teaspoons of turmeric powder to make a delicious turmeric coffee. Other, more involved recipes that can replace meals can be found online, but I am giving you more of a traditional and common way.

How To Make Turmeric Coffee

Here I will tell you two of the simplest ways you can enjoy turmeric coffee.

1. Boiling Method

All you need is;

• ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
• ¼ teaspoon ginger powder
• A pinch of black pepper powder
• A splash of vanilla extract
• 240 ml of black coffee
• 80 ml of milk (non-dairy or dairy)
• Sweetener of your choice

Steps

• Add everything in a bowl but exclude the coffee. Start doing this when the coffee is brewing. It will take you less than 2 minutes.
• Let it come to a shimmering point. On a medium-high heat let it simmer for two mins and keep on stirring.
• After two minutes, pour this mix into your freshly brewed black coffee.
• Whisk slowly and pour in the mug.
• Add in your choice of sweetener and serve!

2. Coffee Ground Method

You can make turmeric coffee in one other way which is simple and quick.  Once you decide to brew your cuppa and are grinding your coffee beans to make them into grounds.

You can add ½ teaspoon per serving in the grinding process. The coffee ground will have an impactful flavor of the turmeric and you can brew your coffee however you like.

Here I’ve made a summarized table of the nutritional value per serving of turmeric coffee on an average.

How Does The Turmeric Coffee Taste?

The addition of turmeric makes the coffee a bit spicy. It gives the normal coffee a spicy kick. You can lower down the kick by adding milk.

Turmeric coffee is the perfect balance of spice and coffee notes. Turmeric adds a kick to the coffee. If you add milk to your coffee, this is balanced out completely because of the little sweetness that the milk brings in. plus, the other spices also enhance the kick levels.

Of course, you can tweak it according to your preference, but you should expect a spicy delicious cup of coffee.

Also, keep in mind, if you don’t drink your coffee with milk, it might taste a lot spicier than usual, even with only a little addition of turmeric.

But if you are getting a ready-made turmeric coffee cup called the “Latte with Turmeric”, you will enjoy a well-balanced coffee flavor with hints of sweetness and a spicy kick. The mouthfeel is also very creamy because of the milk foam added.

Are There Any Negative Side Effects To Turmeric?

Turmeric doesn’t have any side effects like coffee. But similarly, if consumed in a high dose, you can experience a negative impact on your body for the short term.

For centuries turmeric is used for its benefits in Asia. Though it’s very potent and the fine powder can stain almost everything, it still doesn’t impact your body in any bad way. Turmeric is made from the ground roots of the plant and is often found on spice shelves and cabinets.

Many cultures have utilized turmeric’s bright yellow color as a dye. Turmeric powder is a major component of curry powder. There are a variety of turmeric products available commercially, such as capsules, teas, powders, tinctures, and extracts.

But as mentioned earlier if consumed in large quantities it can cause some short-term effects like:

• Upset stomach
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Dizziness

And if turmeric is consumed in very high quantities, the long-term effects include:

• Early labor for pregnant women
• Blood thinning
• Heart Arrhythmia
• Dropped blood sugar levels
• Gallstones
• Depletion of iron

Always remember, consuming anything in moderate quantities is always beneficial. But if you decide to go overboard on it, you will face irreversible effects that will damage the health of your body completely.

You can watch this video where they tell how turmeric powder is made from the root.

Are There Benefits To Turmeric?

Turmeric is a very healthy spice known to man. The most active compound found in turmeric is curcumin. The curcumin in it gives turmeric its anti-inflammatory properties.

It helps to fight against foreign particles while repairing any damage done internally. And if turmeric paste is applied topically, it can help heal the wound faster.

Along with this, there are many benefits that turmeric can give in small quantities which have been enlisted below:

High Levels Of Antioxidants

Turmeric is well known for having concentrated amounts of antioxidants. One of the biggest anti-oxidant is curcumin. It’s the most powerful and helps our body to fight against diseases.

As high levels of free radicals and oxidants in our body can cause cancer, premature aging, and inflammation.

Relives Pain In Arthritis

The Arthritis Foundation did a study in 2016 and found out that turmeric reduced inflammation and nerve-wracking pains in Arthritis. The study also states that the turmeric capsule worked as well as Advil (ibuprofen).  

Reduces Risk Of Cancer

The curcumin in turmeric can prevent many forms of cancer. Research done suggests that it protects against cancer like multiple myeloma, pancreatic, and prostate.

Elevates Mood

Turmeric can also act as an anti-depressant. Curcumin is an anti-depressant and can instantly uplift your mood. So, if you start to enjoy turmeric with coffee, your day will be much lighter and brighter.

Improves Digestion And Overall Gut Health

Turmeric is being used in ayurvedic medicine for centuries. Its anti-inflammatory properties help heal irritation or inflammation in your gut. Plus, it aids in digestion and if you consumed a lot of oily food or junk food, it helps break down the fats.  

Protect The Liver

People who suffer from any disease or are diabetic have a compromised liver. Their liver gets filled with toxins. Even an average person who doesn’t have any medical condition can have tons of toxins in their liver. Turmeric helps protect the liver which can easily get damaged from these toxins.

The Takeaway

Turmeric is one of nature’s superfoods. Turmeric in coffee is gaining popularity with numerous trends like bulletproof coffee and broccoli coffee. Truth be told, turmeric has many benefits. The health benefits of coffee are enhanced when turmeric is added.

But you need to be cautious as well. Don’t consume it in large amounts otherwise, you will face short-term and long-term negative effects. Also, if you wish to make it at home, you can in a few easy steps.

It’s alright even if you don’t. You can get it from any local coffee shop and enjoy this warm delicious beverage.

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