For those wanting to make the simple basic recipe of Golden Paste here is the original Doug English Version. You can get all the ingredients highlighted in red right here on the MORE2U webshop simply follow the links & use the search box function to find specifics. More information about the benefits of Turmeric, different dosages for different mammals & conditions are all listed below the GP recipe.
All information has been taken from the Turmeric Life website so please feel free to browse that website for more information or visit: https://www.emedihealth.com/turmeric-benefits.html
This is the Number One Golden Paste (GP) recipe that has been tried and tested by thousands of TUG users across the globe.
This recipe may be used for humans as well as animals.
Ingredients:
Please Note: the amount of pepper added has recently been increased (May 2016) on Doug English’s recommendations.
Omit pepper if you cannot tolerate it. The absorption of turmeric will still be improved by cooking the paste AND by the inclusion of oil, BUT remember it will be less effective without the pepper.
Place turmeric and water in pan, stirring over gentle heat until you have a thick paste. This should take about 7-10 minutes and you may need to add additional water along the way.
Add the freshly ground pepper and oil AT THE END of cooking. Stir well (a whisk is ideal) to incorporate the oil and allow to cool.
The Golden Paste will keep for 2 weeks, refrigerated
Freeze a portion if you think you have too much to use within two weeks.
Use for Golden Milk, Smoothies, stir into Yogurt, add to your dinner plate as a condiment… AND don’t forget your pet’s dinner plate or your horse feed … run wild!
Turmeric has been used for over 3000 years in India and is a food spice that has long been proven very safe.
The main active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, but turmeric has other active ingredients as well, some of which are currently being investigated for their medicinal value.
The list below has been compiled by Doug English (Veterinarian) who has successfully been using turmeric on himself and to treat animals in his care. If you would like to read a more detailed description – Click HERE.
In order to UNLOCK turmeric’s powerful healing potential and enjoy turmeric benefits you NEED to Read about the 3 Basic Ingredients.
It’s a good idea to start gently and let your body adjust – 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric paste or powder, 3 times a day, is a great starting point. Take note of how you feel and if it is giving any benefit. Increase as you feel ready, but again just go gently – perhaps 1/2 teaspoon 3 times a day and so on.
Please Note – There is NO exact dosage – it depends on the turmeric you have and also what you are trying to combat and your body. You will have to be prepared to monitor and adjust.
Turmeric does not stay in the body past several hours (it varies according to individual – 6-8 hours approx) so you are better off havingsmall doses often throughout the day. Too large a dose of turmeric will not be utilised – what the body can’t use it will eliminate.
If you have any reaction that makes you uncomfortable, stop or reduce your dose and feel free to ask about it below. Some people have reported mild headaches, some sneeze, some fart or visit the loo, and less common is a skin rash.
If you are being treated for a specific chronic illness, please check with your doctor if it is beneficial for you to take turmeric.
The guide post to keep in mind is, if your doctor is happy for you to eat curries, then turmeric ‘should’ be acceptable for you as treatment.
Remember, treated as a food, turmeric – for the majority – is safe to eat every day for a lifetime.
Bottom line – Educate yourself and be responsible.
Additional comment by a TUG group member: “Following an accident it was essential I reduce swelling and inflammation, so I did take more than 100 grams of turmeric powder a day for the first 3 days, then 50 grams a day, then back to 4 to 6 teaspoons a day.”
Information on restrictions using curcumin in its pure form (as opposed to turmeric containing curcumin) can be found by clicking HEREand HERE (info about damage from high dose curcumin).
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