5 Immunity-Boosting Drinks You Can Make with Raw Honey and Turmeric

Why Raw Honey and Turmeric Are a Powerful Combination

For centuries, Indian households have trusted the healing power of raw honey and turmeric. These two natural ingredients, when combined, create a powerful duo that can help boost your immunity and keep common ailments at bay.

Raw honey is packed with antioxidants, enzymes, and antibacterial properties. Unlike processed honey, raw honey retains all its natural goodness because it is not heated or filtered excessively.

Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has been used in Ayurveda for thousands of years to treat various health conditions.

When you combine these two ingredients, you get a natural immunity booster that is both delicious and effective.

1. Classic Golden Milk (Haldi Doodh)

The most popular immunity drink in Indian households, golden milk is simple to make and incredibly soothing.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1/2 teaspoon organic turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon raw honey
• A pinch of black pepper (helps absorb curcumin)

How to Make:

1. Warm the milk in a pan (do not boil)
2. Add turmeric powder and black pepper
3. Stir well and pour into a cup
4. Add raw honey after the milk cools slightly (to preserve honey's enzymes)
5. Mix well and drink warm

Best time to drink: Before bedtime for better sleep and immunity support.

2. Honey Turmeric Ginger Tea

This warming tea combines three powerful ingredients for maximum immunity benefits.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup hot water
• 1/2 teaspoon organic turmeric powder
• 1 inch fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon raw honey
• Juice of half a lemon

How to Make:

1. Boil water with grated ginger for 5 minutes
2. Strain into a cup and add turmeric powder
3. Let it cool for 2-3 minutes
4. Add raw honey and lemon juice
5. Stir well and enjoy

Best time to drink: Morning on an empty stomach or when you feel a cold coming.

3. Turmeric Honey Shots

For those busy mornings when you need a quick immunity boost, these concentrated shots are perfect.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon raw honey
• 1/4 teaspoon organic turmeric powder
• A pinch of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons warm water

How to Make:

1. Mix all ingredients in a small glass
2. Stir until honey dissolves
3. Drink in one shot

Best time to drink: First thing in the morning, 30 minutes before breakfast.

4. Iced Turmeric Honey Lemonade

Perfect for summer days when you want something refreshing yet healthy.

Ingredients:

• 1 glass cold water
• 1/2 teaspoon organic turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons raw honey
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves (optional)

How to Make:

1. Dissolve turmeric in a little warm water first
2. Add to cold water along with honey and lemon juice
3. Stir well until honey dissolves
4. Add ice cubes and mint leaves
5. Enjoy chilled

Best time to drink: Afternoon as a refreshing pick-me-up.

5. Warm Honey Turmeric Water

The simplest immunity drink that takes just one minute to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 1 glass warm water
• 1/2 teaspoon organic turmeric powder
• 1 tablespoon raw honey

How to Make:

1. Add turmeric to warm water and stir
2. Add raw honey and mix well
3. Drink immediately

Best time to drink: Morning on an empty stomach or evening before dinner.

Tips for Best Results

1. Always use raw, unprocessed honey - Processed honey loses most of its beneficial enzymes and antioxidants.

1. Add honey to warm, not hot liquids - Heat destroys the beneficial enzymes in raw honey. Always let your drink cool slightly before adding honey.

1. Include black pepper with turmeric - Piperine in black pepper increases curcumin absorption by up to 2000%.

1. Be consistent - Drink one of these immunity boosters daily for best results.

1. Source quality ingredients - The effectiveness depends on the quality of your ingredients. Choose organic, farm-fresh turmeric and raw honey.

Where to Get Quality Ingredients

At Pushti Organic, we source our raw honey directly from bee farms and our turmeric powder is made from organically grown turmeric from Bhesan farms. No additives, no preservatives - just pure, natural goodness.

Our products are:

• 100% organic and natural
• Free from chemicals and preservatives
• Sourced directly from farmers
• Delivered fresh to your doorstep

Start your immunity-boosting journey today with authentic, farm-fresh ingredients!