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    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids

    last updated: Feb 18, 2020 by Kalyani

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    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids

    Turmeric milk is a world-known remedy for cold, cough and sore throat. Turmeric is an Indian spice used as an Ayurveda medicine to cure many health problems. The turmeric and milk combination works great for cold and cough as both are rich in antioxidants. From childhood, whenever I get symptoms of cold, I used to have this turmeric milk and it works faster than any medicine! Now am following the same for my little daughter too:)

    Precautions while using Turmeric Milk for Toddlers and Kids:
    • This turmeric milk can be given to toddlers after one year.
    • When you introduce turmeric milk to your kid for the first time, start with a small amount.
    • Always use organic pure turmeric powder to prepare this turmeric milk.
    • You can offer this turmeric milk once in two weeks or whenever your child has symptoms of a cold.
    • This turmeric milk is apt for rainy and winter season rather than summer. But a small amount of turmeric milk can be taken during summer if your child has symptoms of a cold.

    Let us get on to check how to make turmeric milk recipes for toddlers and kids.

    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids 1
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    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids

    4 from 2 votes
    Turmeric Milk - Healthy turmeric milk recipe for cold & cough in toddlers and kids with step by step pictures and detailed video
    Course Beverage
    Cuisine World
    Keyword Healthy Foods
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 5 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Calories
    Author Kalyani

    Ingredients

    • Milk - 1.5 cups
    • Turmeric powder - 1/8 tsp
    • Pepper powder - 1/4 tsp
    • Palm sugar - 2 tbsp

    Instructions

    • Keep all ingredients ready. Take milk in a saucepan and add turmeric powder, palm sugar and pepper powder to it. Mix well.
    • Heat the milk in low medium flame until frothy. Transfer to serving glasses.

    Video

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2g
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    Method :
    1. Keep all the ingredients ready. Take milk in a saucepan and add turmeric powder, palm sugar and pepper powder to it. Mix well.
    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids - step 1
    2. Heat the milk in low medium flame until frothy. Transfer to serving glasses.
    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids - step 2
    Serve the turmeric milk warm!
    Turmeric Milk Recipe for Toddlers and Kids1
    Notes :
    • The yellow color doesn't come initially when you mix turmeric powder with milk, but after boiling the milk with turmeric gives nice yellow color. So don't add more turmeric powder than the mentioned amount.
    • Instead of Palm sugar, you could use jaggery or honey. Add honey/jaggery when the turmeric milk is warm.
    • Pepper is good for cold & cough. So it's recommended to add it along with turmeric powder. Feel free to skip it if your child is not fond of that flavor.
    • When you introduce this turmeric milk to your kid, start with a small amount. Then increase the quantity gradually.
    • Always check with your pediatrician before giving any new food to your child.

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    Comments

    1. Julianne

      July 22, 2017 at 4:13 pm

      Hi... What type of milk do you suggest? Formula or cow's milk.. Thanks

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        July 23, 2017 at 12:25 am

        0-12 months formula or breastmilk is essential for baby. After one year, you can include cow's milk

        Reply
      • Gignissa Mansukhalal

        March 28, 2019 at 3:45 pm

        My son use only formula milk I can add turmeric , and he can drink at night? He has cold and cough!

        Reply
        • Kalyani

          March 29, 2019 at 4:09 am

          Sorry. Am not sure about adding turmeric to formula milk.

          Reply
    2. Michelle

      October 11, 2017 at 2:01 am

      Black pepper powder? or different pepper

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        October 11, 2017 at 8:19 am

        yes it is black pepper powder..

        Reply
    3. Cecilia benavides

      November 07, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      Could I just use coconut milk and turmeric powder? For my toddler

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        November 07, 2017 at 12:23 pm

        Turmeric milk is traditionally prepared with cows milk, am not sure how it does tastes with coconut milk. you can give a try and see, make sure that coconut milk isn't boiled for long.

        Reply
    4. Nina Mansoor

      November 11, 2017 at 5:16 pm

      My child is 22 months old.. a little amount of fresh cows milk brings out cough and fever in her.. is there any alternative for this drink without using milk? Please advice

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        November 12, 2017 at 12:29 am

        Turmeric and milk combo is belived to reduce cold. if milk is not suitable for your child, try other recipes with turmeric. Eg: Rasam.

        Reply
      • Arivera&8

        December 20, 2017 at 6:25 am

        I use almond milk or rice milk.

        Reply
    5. Lisa

      December 12, 2017 at 12:33 pm

      What measurement should be given to a 3 year old ? And is it okay if daily ?

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        December 12, 2017 at 12:48 pm

        You can give 1/2 cup to 1 cup of turmeric milk weekly 3-4 times during winters

        Reply
        • Lisa

          December 14, 2017 at 9:40 am

          1/2 -1 cup daily for 3-4 days ?

          Reply
          • gkfooddiary

            December 14, 2017 at 11:56 am

            yes 3-4 days a week should be good

            Reply
    6. Kavita

      December 13, 2017 at 12:46 am

      I am giving turmeric milk every day to my 5 year old daughter. It won't have side effects???

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        December 13, 2017 at 1:09 am

        1/2 cup to 1 cup of turmeric milk can be given during winters as it keeps the body warm.. in summer you can avoid giving it daily. also it depends on your child and body type.

        Reply
    7. LaQueta Morrell

      January 29, 2018 at 7:40 pm

      My entire family is suddenly very sick with a strange cold. Even my husband who usually shakes colds easily is struggling. I have a 2 year old, 3 year old and a 11 month old. I wanted to know if its okay to use this remedy for my children as well as ourselves. I've been doing research and someone on another site said using peppercorn (which I assumed black powder pepper was different) could cause harm to children under 3 years old. Is that true? I am glad that Honey can be used instead of Palm Sugar since I'm trying to avoid sugar altogether, are there any honey products you prefer?

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        January 29, 2018 at 10:28 pm

        yes this turmeric milk is suitable for adults as well..black pepper powder used in the recipe is prepared form freshly crushed black pepper corns. black pepper is a widely used spice in India and no harm it does for kids to my knowledge..however you can skip it as its totally optional in this recipe..any good brand of honey can be used

        Reply
    8. LaQueta Morrell

      January 29, 2018 at 7:49 pm

      Hello its me again. Can I use whole milk?

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        January 29, 2018 at 10:28 pm

        yes ...whole milk can be used

        Reply
    9. Imelda Pengson

      March 03, 2018 at 1:39 am

      My nephew has cancer and he still undergoing a chemotherapy.He had just a surgery last week.
      Is it OK for him to take this?

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        March 03, 2018 at 2:18 am

        Sorry ..am really not sure.. please check with his doctor about this..

        Reply
    10. sk sharif

      March 12, 2018 at 3:54 am

      5 stars
      hi ! i have 1and 6month old son today he just fall down from our sofas while jumping by head
      can i give it to him

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        March 12, 2018 at 8:10 am

        This recipe is for babies above one year..not suitable for 6 months baby

        Reply
    11. Kaitlyn

      March 31, 2018 at 12:38 am

      Hi my 18 month boy got a really bad dry cough is this good for him? And if so how much should I give him and how often?

      Reply
      • gkfooddiary

        March 31, 2018 at 3:51 am

        yes you can give..start with 1/2 cup gradually increase to 1 cup..3-4 times a week you can give..make sure your baby is not allergic to cows milk before you try this

        Reply
    12. Marina

      May 29, 2018 at 6:16 am

      3 stars
      My daunghter is three years old and i am currently giving her similac stage 3 milk but now I wanted to change her milk. What milk can I give her pls advise but I am bit tesned weather she’ll drink other milk or not as she knows the tastes of similac.

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        May 29, 2018 at 8:33 am

        you can start giving plain whole cows milk...start with 1/4 cup a day, gradually increase the quantity. if your child doesn't prefer plain milk, you can try flavoring the milk with cardamom, nuts powder, almond powder etc

        Reply
    13. Pratibha

      October 15, 2018 at 3:06 am

      My son is 23 months old now. I give turmeric milk him regularly. Is it good for him or it has any side effects?

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        October 15, 2018 at 6:57 am

        Its good during winter and can be given even 2-3 times a week. You can limit it to once a week during summer as it may cause heat.

        Reply
    14. B

      March 17, 2019 at 12:57 pm

      My son has allergy congested nose and runny nose often daily has been going on for months. Could this help you suggest giving this milk 3-4 times a week also?

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        March 18, 2019 at 2:17 am

        yes, you cna give 3-4 times if it suits him. no harm

        Reply
    15. Latoya

      April 03, 2019 at 7:57 pm

      those it make a difference if l use the raw turmeric? l don't have the power .my son is 3years old he will be four this year and he has a cough that l wanna get red of

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        April 04, 2019 at 1:53 am

        Do You mean turmeric sticks?

        Reply
      • RENJUSHA s r

        March 27, 2020 at 6:49 pm

        Take raw turmeric and wash it. Then boil it for 15 minutes in water. Then cut it slightly thick or as ur wish. Then sundry for 3 days and grind it to a powdered texture.
        Homemade turmeric powder is ready. Add this to ur baby's milk. Nb:- store bought turmeric powder has yellow color due to adding chemical. But homemade turmeric has dark yellow color not worried. I use this homemade powder so many years

        Reply
    16. Ingrid

      January 07, 2020 at 12:06 pm

      Hi! My baby is 1 year and 3 m old , how much can i give him??

      Reply
      • Kalyani

        January 07, 2020 at 10:43 pm

        Start with 1/2 cup

        Reply

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