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Antioxidants:
Badam or almonds and turmeric are packed with antioxidants. They help prevent a lot of infectious diseases as well as cancer and slow the progression of cognitive diseases like Alzheimer’s. Having it with warm milk only adds up the nutrients packed in milk and boosts your overall health.
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Helps Fight bone diseases:
Milk in itself is a very good source of calcium and minerals which helps in the development of the body. Almonds too contain fortified Calcium and minerals. Taking badam milk can help fight bone diseases like osteoporosis, arthritis, etc. Turmeric on the other hand has anti-inflammatory properties which help during winters to cure wounds and help arthritis patients in pain. It is better than using a drug on a daily basis.
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Boosts Memory and Learning:
As per new studies, neurons can form a new connection and multiply in certain areas of the brain. This is possible because of brain-derived neurotrophic factor protein. When the levels of this protein decrease in the brain, it leads to a lot of brain disorders including Alzheimer’s and depression. Curcumin found in turmeric helps improve levels of BNDF protein and thus reduces age-related weakness in brain function. Badam milk contains ACh acetylcholine. It is a neurotransmitter that enhances memory and learning. During winters when we switch to unhealthy snacking and minimum physical activity, badam milk and turmeric milk must be your go-to drinks.
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Improves Skin Health:
Turmeric milk has antioxidants that protect your skin from free radicals and thus prevent aging. It also helps regain natural skin lustre and has a brightening effect. It heals wounds on the skin and may help control symptoms of various skin diseases like scabies and psoriasis. Badam milk has copper content which is responsible for skin and hair pigmentation. Almonds have essential nutrients that prevent skin dryness. Vit E, riboflavin, and niacin improve skin texture and keep it healthy. It’s recommended for females of all age groups and growing children as well.
There are many other ayurvedic uses of badam milk or haldi milk. Consumption of these on a regular basis will provide a number of health benefits. People from all age groups should include it in their daily diet for long-term effects.