Turmeric — a vital input in Indian cuisine – has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties which boost the body’s immunity. It is also an antidote for arthritis, depression and cancer. Here are four recipes to harness the healing power of turmeric, writes Parvathy Menon

                              Herbal tea with turmeric powder, slices and cinnamon

Ginger turmeric herbal tea (2 servings)

This tea is popular in Okinawa, Japan and known for its rejuvenating and healing properties.

Ingredients
• 2 cups water
• ½ tsp ground turmeric
• ½ tsp chopped fresh ginger
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 lemon wedge

Preparation guide
• Boil water in a small saucepan; add turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for ten minutes. Strain tea into a large glass; add honey and lemon wedge.

Health benefits. Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, and improves brain functioning, heart health and lowers blood sugar.

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