Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Turmeric simmered in milk with pepper and ghee — the household night tonic; milk carries turmeric to the tissues while spices offset milk's kapha.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Simmer milk with turmeric, a grind of pepper and a little ghee for five minutes; sweeten lightly with mishri if desired.
Classical Provenance: Household tradition; classical ksheerapaka method.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- before bed
- with a pinch of nutmeg for sleep
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: dairy sensitivity (use almond or oat milk)
- Contraindication: milk taken with meals (drink apart)
- Incompatible pairing (Viruddha): with sour foods or fruit alongside
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Golden milk
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup (240g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 75 kcal | 181 kcal |
| Protein | 3.2 g | 7.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 6.9 g | 16.6 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 0.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | 15.8 g |
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 9.3 g |
| Calcium | 122.2 mg | 293.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.21 mg | 0.50 mg |
| Magnesium | 12.8 mg | 30.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 99.0 mg | 237.5 mg |
| Potassium | 154 mg | 371 mg |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 89 mg |
| Zinc | 0.44 mg | 1.05 mg |
| Copper | 0.01 mg | 0.02 mg |
| Manganese | 0.15 mg | 0.36 mg |
| Selenium | 1.9 µg | 4.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0.05 mg | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 37.4 µg | 89.8 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.11 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.5 µg | 1.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.05 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.13 mg | 0.32 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.11 mg | 0.27 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.06 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 0.08 µg | 0.2 µg |
| Choline | 17.5 mg | 42.1 mg |
