July Raise The Rouf Recipe Feature #2: Golden Honey

Honey is by far my favorite sweetener. Not only is it a natural sweetener, but it also contains antioxidants for the body, helping to fight and lower inflammation. Golden Honey, is a particular variation of honey that brings it’s benefit to another level. Not only is does this honey give off a sweet gold color, but it also brings golden value to our body!

Ingredients: Honey. Ground Ginger, Turmeric, Ceylon Cinnamon, and Black Pepper

Recipe Ratio: For every 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) of honey, mix in 1 tsp each of ground ginger, turmeric, and ceylon cinnamon (along with a couple pinches of black pepper)

Steps: Get yourself a small jar or container. There’s no special skills required for this one! Simple add in your honey and spices and mix well!

Some additional options add-ons you could try are Cayenne Pepper, Cloves, and Garlic. Personally, I haven’t tried any of these yet, but I will in future batches!

The Power of Golden Honey

• Honey, Cinnamon Ginger, Turmeric: All rich in unique antioxidants helping us fight inflammation
• Black Pepper: Activates the Turmeric, allowing us to absorb and reap it’s beneficial compounds much better! Even though it’s just a couple pinches, don’t forget your pepper!
• Ceylon Cinnamon: Also shown to have a strong role in blood sugar regulation, promoting our cells more responsive to insulin;

You can drizzle this over toast or yogurt, mix it in your coffee or tea, or simply have a small spoonful as a daily anti-inflammatory remedy! Give this powerful honey a try, and let me how it goes for you!