Check out the surprising benefits of 'Haldi Doodh' you should know

Turmeric milk or 'haldi doodh' is consumed in almost every household in India. It is known for its many health benefits. Drinking turmeric milk helps fight diseases and also prevent them.

Find out the benefits of drinking turmeric milk: 

1. Reduce inflammation and pain
Turmeric milk is full of anti-inflammatory properties. Milk helps strengthen the bones. And the anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric help reduce inflammation and joint pain. Drinking a glass of turmeric milk daily can help strengthen your bones and reduce pain.

2. Fights bacterial infections
The antimicrobial properties in turmeric can help fight bacterial infections. Turmeric also has antibiotic properties that help fight a few kinds of viral infections. Drink a glass of turmeric milk in the morning to keep infections at bay.

3. Strengthens the Immune System
Turmeric is packed with healthy minerals and vitamins. It also has antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help strengthen your immune system.

4. Helps in Digestion
Turmeric is considered an essential culinary spice because it is good for digestion. Drinking turmeric milk at night can help your body fight bloating due to its anti-inflammatory properties. A glass of turmeric milk in the afternoon can help combat gas, heartburn, and GERD.

5. Keeps the Cold at Bay
The antiviral and antibiotic properties of turmeric can help keep the common cold and influenza virus at bay. Milk, in general, is known to provide relief from throat infections, and the antioxidant properties of turmeric can help clear throat infections.

Here's how you can prepare turmeric milk: