Picture it: me in my kitchen, stirring a pot of golden turmeric tea and feeling like I’ve unlocked a secret to staying sharp and energized. I stumbled on this recipe years ago when I was done with overhyped health fads that promised the moon but tasted like regret. Turmeric tea? It’s simple, real, and packs a punch for your body and soul. Sure, it’s trendy now, but turmeric tea has been a healing staple in Ayurveda for centuries, sipped in India as golden milk to soothe and strengthen. Let’s dive in, because you, like me, are ready to feel your best without the nonsense—and sip a timeless tea that echoes the ancestral wisdom of the Wise & Wild Way.

Why Turmeric Tea?

Curcumin, the magic in turmeric, isn’t just a spice rack staple; it’s a powerhouse for midlife women like us. I’m not here for flashy trends, but the science behind curcumin is hard to ignore. It’s like a quiet warrior, working behind the scenes to keep you moving and living as we’re designed to. Here’s what it brings:

• Fights inflammation, so those achy joints don’t call the shots.
• Keeps you strong with antioxidants, because who has time for feeling run-down?
• Supports heart health by reducing inflammation and improving blood vessel function.
• Eases IBS symptoms, making your gut a happier place.
• May protect against diabetes by stabilizing blood sugar.
• Shows promise as a cancer fighter. Researchers at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center found curcumin blocks a key pathway for melanoma and other cancers, slowing tumor growth, stopping mutated cells from spreading, and cutting off cancer’s blood supply. It also supports liver function and blocks proteins that fuel tumors.

This isn’t about chasing miracles—it’s about giving your body what it needs to thrive. A cup of turmeric tea is like a daily nod to living well, no fluff required.

Brew It Your Way

Makes 4 cups

Here’s how to whip up your turmeric tea—no chemistry degree needed, just pure, ancestral goodness for your body and soul.

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 2 tbsp ground turmeric (organic) or 2 inches grated fresh turmeric
• Pinch of black pepper
• 1 tsp organic butter or ghee, or pure, organic coconut oil (no additives)
• Optional: honey, stevia, or lemon to taste

Directions

1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil, then lower to a gentle simmer.
2. Add turmeric, black pepper, and butter, ghee or coconut oil to infuse curcumin’s power.
3. Simmer for 7-10 minutes—shorter for a smoother, less bitter taste that still packs a punch.
4. Cool slightly, strain through a fine sieve.
5. Store in a mason jar in the fridge; shake before use to mix the goodness.
6. Serve warm or over ice, depending on your mood.

Tips to Make It Yours: The Wise & Wild Way

• Consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
• Black pepper’s piperine skyrockets curcumin absorption by up to 2,000%, and butter or coconut oil is added since curcumin needs fat to dissolve and work its magic. This combo ensures your body gets the full effect—ancestral tricks for maximum punch.
• Drink up to twice a day to keep the benefits flowing.
• Dilute it for a lighter sip: In a water bottle, I mix 2 oz of turmeric tea with 16 oz of water and sipping 2-3 bottles daily.
• For max curcumin power, choose a turmeric extract with at least 95% curcuminoids, 100% certified organic. Quality matters.
• Watch out—turmeric stains like nobody’s business. Keep it off your favorite countertops and clothes.
• For an ancestral zing, toss in a pinch of cinnamon for sweetness or a slice of fresh ginger for digestion during simmering, if you’re feeling fancy.
• For a creamy twist, swap some water for whole, raw, organic milk or pure, organic coconut milk (no additives) to add richness and extra fat.

Ready to Sip with Purpose?

The Wise & Wild Way is all about practical, no-fluff ways to live as we’re designed to—body, mind, and soul. Click here for this turmeric tea recipe and feel the difference for yourself. Want more holistic health tips to keep you energized? Check out SPBTV—Your Holistic Living Network for classes and programs that get you moving and living with joy. For quick, real-talk advice, sign up for my  newsletter and check out Sharise Uncut. Let’s sip, move, and live like it matters—because it does!