Are you a Turmeric user and lover? This spice has been getting a lot of attention lately with it’s natural ability to reduce inflammation in the body. The curcumin in the turmeric is the powerful antioxidant that helps to lower levels of the enzymes that cause inflammation.

All you need is about a teaspoon a day to get a boost of anti-inflammatory properties - but here is the kicker. When you add a dash of black pepper with the turmeric, it boosts the bioavailability to your body by about 2000%! Turmeric by itself is not easily absorbed into your system, but add some black pepper and BOOM - the absorption of these anti-inflammatory properties really kick-in!

If you have not yet tried turmeric, here are two recipes to give it a try.

SPICY TURMERIC LATTE

1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or nut milk of your choice)

shot of espresso (optional)

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

1/3 teaspoon fresh ground nutmeg

dash of cayenne pepper

dash of black pepper

2 teaspoons coconut oil

Dash of stevia (optional)

Heat almond milk and then whip together with an immersion blender. Enjoy!

TURMERIC SCRAMBLED EGGS
4 eggs

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon turmeric

sea salt to taste (1/8 teaspoon)

2 tablespoons diced green onions

1/2 cup diced mushrooms

1 tablespoon avocado oil

fresh grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Heat avocado oil in pan, then add green onions and mushrooms and sauté until soft. Whip together eggs, turmeric, pepper and salt. Add to pan cook until done. Top with your choice of freshly grated cheese (optional)