As I’m sure you know by now, turmeric has superior anti-inflammatory effects and truly amazing Alzheimer-prevention powers. I have also personally realized turmeric is also a painkiller and natural mood elevator of the first order!
Turmeric is truly unique in its exceptionally high margin of safety versus the drugs it has been compared with, such as hydrocortisone, ibuprofen, chemotherapy agents, and more.
My husband (68) calls this bulk mix his “concoction”! He has felt SO much better since I started him taking turmeric (with black pepper) that he has really taken off and become proactive about it – even creating his own similar Mexican Hot Cocoa Blend for his morning coffee …for about 2.5 years to date.
I felt it was about time I do a separate post on the bulk mix recipe because so many have asked me how I do this. Making it in bulk saves much time over mixing each drink individually.
Build Your Own Bulk Mix of Turmeric & Spices
I show and list the ingredients we use in our bulk mix but I’m not one to measure exact amounts. Simply create your own special blend!
I am looking for the widest number of health benefits I can incorporate into this superfood tub. Take it once, twice or 3 times a day depending on what you want to accomplish!
If you do not want to make a tub, you can take the capsule (2-3 a day) I take when I am not home or very busy (simply for convenience).
Your tub can be as simple as turmeric and black pepper alone or as complex as many ingredients together!
The dry ingredients (what we do) in descending order from most to least are:
- Turmeric, organic (about 90% of mixture)
- Raw cacao powder (optional – you may not want caffeine if you plan to take it before bedtime)
- Protein powder OR chocolate protein powder or maca powder (ones I use, optional)
- Cinnamon (we use a LOT for it’s broad medicinal benefits)
- Ginger (another powerful anti-inflammatory which boosts turmeric)
- Collagen (Gelatin) Powder (optional – for hair, nails, and connective tissue for beautiful skin)
- Cayenne (optional) (to boost metabolism, gut health, and add to pain relief)
- Black pepper, fresh (mandatory) (increases absorption of turmeric up to 2000%)
- Himalayan pink salt (add 2-4 rounded tsp. to get a broad range of trace minerals each day)
Note: In my photo below, I used approximately 2 1/2 cups of turmeric and only about 3 sl. rounded tsp. of fresh ground black pepper.
Turmeric and black pepper are mandatory for this blend. The bulk mix should always consist of 85-90% turmeric.
We now know that the bioavailability, serum levels, and levels of absorption of curcumin all improved dramatically when both are present.
One study found that when 2 g. (1 tsp.) of curcumin alone was ingested, serum levels stayed very low. However, when 20 mg. piperine/black pepper (just a little pinch – 1/20th of a teaspoon) was added to curcumin, the bioavailability increased by 2000%! When taken with a bit of fat or oil, it enhances the bioavailability of curcumin another seven to eight-fold.
A Visual of Our Bulk Mix before stirring
How to take the Mixture Daily for Pain Relief, Anti-Aging, & Mood Elevation
My husband takes 1 rounded teaspoon of the mixture 2 – 3 times a day when he needs significant pain relief. He is very physically active on the farm, keeping up with things like moving trees, doing heavier projects for me, and beekeeping, etc. which has caused him to ache all over if not for this. People vary in how much they need, so seek for your personal sweet spot.
You can start with 1/2 tsp. and work up to where you are feeling results and less pain!
He adds it to his “Mexican coffee” in the AM or takes it at other times in an inch of water and then chases it with plain water.
He sweetens his morning coffee maple syrup or honey to taste OR stevia drops to taste. He adds a dollop of virgin coconut oil or coconut milk for the fat.
Since 1 LEVEL tsp. of ground turmeric (alone) is ~2,000 mg., I estimate that 1 ROUNDED tsp. of the bulk mix (with other ingredients) is still ~2,000 mg. since the turmeric is 85% or more.
We estimate 3x/d to be about 6,000 mg. a day which is a medicinal dose (as opposed to the amounts taken in food).
According to the traditional medical community, 3,000 mg. is the maximum amount of standardized turmeric curcumin you should take per day, yet multiple studies used up to 8,000 mg. with NO toxicity. Cancer would be one situation where more would be used. I have written a post on that. Feel free to talk to your doctor.
Note: Turmeric is not recommended for individuals prone to kidney stones.
When eaten with fat (virgin olive or coconut oil or meat drippings) as is done in India, curcumin can be directly absorbed into the bloodstream through the lymphatic system thereby partially bypassing the liver. This enhances the bioavailability of curcumin another seven to eight-fold.
How To Make {& Use} Highly Bioavailable Turmeric Golden Paste
“All that man needs for health and healing has been provided by God in nature, the challenge of science is to find it.” ~Paracelsus (1493-1541)
Olivia Atherton
I may only be in my twenties but this sounds like just the thing I’ll be adding to my coffee in the morning.
Jacqueline
It is super healthful… and Olivia, I can just see you doing that and loving it! Make it fit your taste buds! <3
Kay
Not sure I’ll add to MY coffee but in water with a chaser might work. Or mixed in applesauce.
Jacqueline
Kay, I actually can see it added to applesauce! Sounds like a win! Abundant health to you!
Renee
Started this 2 weeks ago. First time in 8 months I can walk without horrible pain from heel spur and plantar fasciitis. Cautiously optimistic.
Jacqueline
Renee! Praise God! I am so happy for you! If you ever want to go deeper in an easy, safe, effective way, let me know and I will share something extra with you! Blessings ~J
Sarah
Oh my goodness, Renee, your comment just gave me serious hope! I’m only 41, but I have been dealing with horrible heel pain for the last couple years. I just made up a big batch of this and put it in my coffee. Hope I got the ratios right. Thank you, Jacqueline, for this recipe! Praying it works for me, too!
Jacqueline
Dear Sarah, I am praying! I have another idea, so let me know if you see this. Have you read Avalyn’s Story? https://deeprootsathome.com/avalyns-story-how-trs-a-safe-heavy-metal-detox-can-help-you-and-your-child/ TRS detoxes metals and toxing that cause inflamation leading to RA, autoimmune, fibromyalgia, thyroid imbalances and so much more. It is a godsend when forced to vaccinate, as well! Let me know if you want an invite to the closed TRS FB Group! Blessings, J
Patricia Sisk
I drank turmeric tea a few years ago and my white hair took on a yellow/ orange cast. Yikes! Have you heard of this? Took forever to grow out!
Jacqueline
Patricia, that is crazy! I have never heard of that! I have white hair and it hasn’t ever effected the color, and I take some pretty good doses! Hmm..
Blessings ~J
Jeannette
I just wonder, is it possible that the turmeric you took wasn’t pure/organic? Maybe there were added colors or other ingredients that caused the tint to your hair.
Patricia Sisk
Yes, that is possible! Thank you for that insight!
Terri
I REALLY could use a little more guidance in the measurements. Do you have a rough idea of how much of each ingredient?
Jacqueline
Terri, this is off the top of my head: it is what YOU want to add at the end of the day. Blessings, J
3-4 c. turmeric
1 very heaping tsp blk pepper
1/2 – 1 tsp cayenne (to taste)
4 tsp cinnamon
2-3 tsp Himalayan salt
opt. 4 TBSP gelatin powder
opt. 1 cup raw cacao (not cocoa), unsweetened
opt. 1/2 c. protein powder
Terri
thank you! This is a big help!
Jeannette
Jacqueline, I am very intrigued! I currently buy Turmeric supplements, but I definitely want to try this mix. Can you please add me to the closed FB group? I am currently ill, having all sorts of tests done to determine if I have a gut imbalance/leaky gut, kidney inflammation, genetic problems, etc. Can you please email me for my FB “handle”? Thank you so very much!!
Jacqueline
Hi, Jeanette! Yes – absolutely! ~J
Chris Kuhlow
I just made some this week again! I accidentally grabbed the thyme thinking it was black pepper, so a little added texture! Haha. THAT, I won’t do again. Thanks, again, for sharing!
Jacqueline
Chris, that is so funny! Maybe you can dust your next roast chicken with it! Thyme is yummy on Chicken 😀 Hugs! ~J
Hannah
Hey I’m interested in making these into capsules.
What size capsules do you use and how many of them do you take a day? Thanks
Virginia S.
Hi Jacqueline,
The recipe calls for collagen (gelatin) protein powder. I am confused by this. I have two separate protein powders: grass fed collagen protein and a different can of grass fed gelatin protein powder. They have very different properties when used in recipes. Collagen stays liquid in both hot and cold drinks, whereas gelatin will gel a hot liquid once it is chilled. I’m thinking you are using gelatin since this is used for hot beverages??? Thanks for clarifying.
Jacqueline
Virginia, I think either is fine to use as it will be consumed right then and not cooled (to thicken). Our bulk tub has gf collagen in it at present! I almost always make it slightly different each time! 😀
I hope that helps!
Hugs, Jacque
Stacia
Where do you get your bulk herbs? Do you know of any conservative retailers?
Shelley
I just started experimenting with what to add before I make a mix. So far I left out maca (because I had none and it just arrived with my turmeric) cocoa powder and cayenne. I will be adding those at some point but right now mine tastes just like a
Chai tea. I love it with coconut mil and the oil. It’s like chapstick in a mug too. Lol. So excited. I have been sharing this article left and right.
Jacqueline
Shelley, yep, you hit on something when you said ‘chapstick in a mug’! Haha I never thought about it, but the coconut oil is so soothing for our lips!
Enjoy experimenting and thank you for sharing with friends 😀
Blessings,
Jacque
Becki
Another amazing post. Can you give any information on where to buy quality ingredients? How much would someone take daily for general wellness? What is the shelf life? Do you know if a way to store it for longer term – maybe a vacuum sealed jar? I’m trying to learn as many long term storage methods I can. Thanks so much!
Jacqueline
Hi, Becki,
I have each product linked in the post to the best product in my opinion. You may find them elsewhere or use another brand if you find a better price.
They are spices and will last very well for years and retain potency (store in cool, dry, dark place).
You can take this as much as you want. This post (at the bottom) will tell you more on how much you can take: https://deeprootsathome.com/how-to-make-use-turmeric-golden-paste/
I hope that helps!!
Blessings,
Jacque