One mug of Moon Milk a day has been said to be a natural part of repairing worn, depleted adrenals and paving the way for a seriously stress-free, restful sleep. Historically, the drink has been used in ancient Indian holistic medicine as a remedy for sleep deprivation and is usually consumed before bed.
Stephanie’s moon milk recipe contains Ashwagandha. Ashwagandha (aka Somnifera dunal) is an adaptogenic herb that’s has been used for more than 2,500 years. It’s actually the most commonly used and extensively researched adaptogen herb.
Taken over the course of a couple of weeks, ashwagandha helps your body to reset its cortisol levels which help regulate sleeping patterns and also lower feelings of anxiety and restlessness.
Your adrenal glands are responsible for cortisol regulation, metabolism, keeping inflammation under control and our energy levels. They secrete stress hormones in fight-or-flight situations, which in modern busy lifestyles is pretty much all the time.
Too much cortisol over a prolonged period of time can lead to a condition called Cushing’s syndrome. (source)
Too little cortisol may be due to a problem in the pituitary gland or the adrenal gland (Addison’s disease).
There have been over 120 studies on ashwagandha benefits, including:
- Improve thyroid function
- Treat adrenal fatigue by regulating cortisol
- Reduce anxiety and depression
- Reduce stress
- Increase stamina and endurance
- Prevent and treat cancer
- Reduce brain cell degeneration
- Stabilize blood sugar
- Lower cholesterol
- Boost immunity
Stephanie writes about what her Integrative Family doctor recommended for adrenal fatigue for 6 months (including moon milk – recipe below):
Nutrient-dense diet with lots of healthy fats and fiber
Avoid sugar, processed foods and hydrogenated oils. No more grains for breakfast and I now have a green smoothie (with Juice Plus Complete) and a hard boiled egg instead. Protein in the morning is really important to nourish adrenals throughout the day and cutting grain eliminates the mid-day energy slump.
Cut Out Caffeine
…Ouch. Yes, I dropped coffee……this was tough since I love the flavor, smell, my mugs, the jump start and routine of it.
But caffeine KILLS your adrenals, so I’m a tea girl now and am loving the way it makes me feel – I didn’t realize how much I used to tremble and shake from caffeine.
I’m sleeping much better also and learned that the average half life for coffee is 6 hours meaning that after 6 hours half the caffeine is still in your system. That’s’ an average, so some people (like myself) are more sensitive and it can affect you much longer than you think.
Focus on good sleep
Commit to at least 8 hours a night. This is hard when your little ones still wake at night….I am hooked on Serenity essential oil and put on the bottom of my feet before bed every night.
Support Supplements
Magnesium, Vitamin D, Vitamin B Complex, Ashwagandha, Rhodiola, fish/cod liver oil, holy basil and maca.
Gentle exercise & a few minutes of self care/hygge
For this time, no more high-impact and cardio, which puts stress on your adrenals. I’ve been walking 3 times a week.
Every day carve out some down time for yourself when you’re not tackling your to-do list. Mine is making Moon Milk, but I also enjoy my sewing projects like knitting, while listening to coffee house type music. I light my Himalayan sea salt candle, diffuse some essential oils and give myself 5 minutes of self care.
Thoughts on Moon Milk
Stephanie commented, “The only problem with ashwagandha is the bitter taste, but I really, really wanted wanted to figure out a way to incorporate it into my day, so I googled recipes with Ashwaghanda, and I learned about moon milk. Two winning Moon Milk recipes came up from Bon Appétit and the famous LA’s Moon Juice’s Golden Milk recipe which I used to play around with and adapted into my own recipe.
“The ingredients are like an anti-inflammatory, detoxifying, healing DREAM TEAM: turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg and of course, ashwagandha all in creamy, protein-rich almond milk or coconut milk.
“With a little bit of my Sweet’s Syrup the combination is DIVINE – it has a very Thai/Indian vibe.”
Stephanie’s Moon Milk Recipe
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup of almond milk or coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of Ashwagandha
- 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric (with a dash of black pepper for absorption!)
- 1/2 teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon maca powder
- pinch of Himalayan salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon cardamom
- a couple shakes of nutmeg ( I buy it in a grinder, because nutmeg, once ground, loses its flavor rather quickly.)
- couple drops of liquid Stevia (I prefer Trader Joe’s brand)
- a splash of Sweet’s Elderberry Syrup
Or Mix Up a Bulk Tub of the Dry Ingredients to Simplify
Mix together thoroughly in a small tub and use 2 well-rounded teaspoons with your choice of milk (1 cup). Makes enough for a month plus.
- 1/2 cup Ashwagandha
- 1/2 cup Turmeric
- 1/2 cup cinnamon
- 1/2 cup maca
- 2 tsp. Himalayan pink salt
- 1/4 cup ginger
- 1/8 cardamom
- 1 (flat) tsp. nutmeg
No Flu Shots 4 Us: We Use Elderberry Syrup (99% effective for H5N1)
DIRECTIONS:
Bring the almond milk to a simmer in a small sauce pan on low-medium heat.
Add all other ingredients and whisk.
Enjoy 30 minutes before bed!
A FEW THINGS TO NOTE:
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Do not use ashwagandha if you are pregnant. It is rated LIKELY UNSAFE during pregnancy.
- Most traditional physicians dismiss the condition of adrenal fatigue, just be prepared…. Integrative Physicians, Chiropractors, naturopaths, holistic doctors could all help with testing and healing.
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Jeannette Bram
Yet another post that inspires me toward better health. Thank you!
Jacqueline
Aw Jeanette, I love this drink and even my husband does! I hope it helps balance you towards batter rest and strengthen you adrenals!
Thank you for commenting and letting me know! I am praying for you to restore! Hugs, Jacque
Janaye
Can this recipe be made in bulk – enough to last a whole week or is it best prepared each day?
Jacqueline
Janaye, did you see the post fo the post for how to “Mix Up a Bulk Tub of the Dry Ingredients to Simplify.” You can then add the liquid each day to the mixture.
I would not mix in the liquid until making the completed drink for freshness sake.
Janet Jackson
Would it be helpful to add some black pepper? It seems that would help absorption of the turmeric.
Jacqueline
Janet!! Yes!! How did we forget that? Okay, I just added that to the post!
Thank you so much for bringing it to my attention!
Bless you,
Jacqueline
Janet Jackson
One more question — No matter how I mix this, there is about 1/2 inch of sludge in the bottom of the cup, even when I keep stirring as I drink. Is there a way to keep that from happening? It makes me gag! LOL
Jacqueline
Janet, I am not sure I have a good solution (no pun intended) to get rid of the remaining undissolved herbs at the bottom of the cup, but if it were me, I’d keep stirring (or swirling) to mix it and drink it down. I would also add a bit of coconut milk at the end and stir to mix it even more! Good luck! It just may not be the drink for you. ~Jacqueline
Mary
Once all ingredients are on the stove. How long do I leave on the heat. How long do I simmer? I have made Ashwaghanda tea.
Jacqueline
Hi, Mary, I would not simmer it too long. Just till it is hot and all the ingredients are mixed. There will be some that do not dissolve all the way! Enjoy!!
Hilary
I bought the Gaia Golden Milk powder and my hubby and I love it before bed but it’s spendy. Your recipe has almost all of the same ingredients so I’m mixing up a batch of the powder in bulk to have on hand to easily make our bedtime drink. How much black pepper should I include in the bulk recipe or do you recommend adding a pinch to each cup that I make? Thank you!
Jacqueline
Hi, Hilary!
It will probably be easiest to add a small dash of blk pepper to each mug since I don’t know the size of yout bulk tub.
I am so pleased you’re enjoying it! We love it, too!
Blessings, ~Jacque
Terry
Hi Jacque
After making the Bulk mix how much do you use per cup? I am on my phone and cannot find it 😎
Thank you so much for all of the research help and caring for us ladies!
My daughters are now following you💞
Jacqueline
Hi, Terry, I just checked the post and this is what it says under the bulk section:
“Mix Up a Bulk Tub of the Dry Ingredients to Simplify”
Mix together thoroughly in a small tub and use 2 well-rounded teaspoons with your choice of milk (1 cup). Makes enough for a month plus.
I hope it helps you relax and sleep better, Terry.
Thanks for sharing me with your daughters!
Sending beaucoup peace,
Jacque
Diana
I’m taking ashwagandha in tablet form. I do not see how long you take it for and do not want to take long term if it’s not good for me. I can’t seem to confirm this in an online search.
Jacqueline
Diana, it is fine over long periods of time, but not in excess, of course.. If you are low on iron, it is very helpful, and choose an organic form (best).
I miss a few days here and there and so am confident in taking it over time. It is an adaptogen and so you may find there is a time you don’t need it so much (once you are back to a good/better place).
This is helpful: https://healthfully.com/side-effects-of-long-time-usage-of-ashwagandha-6718226.html
Blessings,
Jacque
Y
Dear Jacque,
I don’t have a good track record for drinking or sipping on drinks such as this. I’m really hit and miss🙁 But I wondered what manufacturer you might suggest for finding ashwagandha in capsule form, etc.
Thank you.
Blessings,
Jill
Jacqueline
Hi, Jill, I think this one is a good value: https://amzn.to/3OLUXjI
I would only take one cap 1-2 hours before bed. Ashwaghanda makes me really sleep well and calms my overactive mind!
Sending peace,
Jacque
Jill Coward
Dear Jacque,
Reading thru the comments, I see you said you added black pepper for the bulk recipe but I can’t find it. So I wondered how much.
Also, for the Maca ingredient, I read comments from people reviewing it. A couple people mentioned that it should be boiled before consuming to avoid stomach aches. What are your thoughts?
I so appreciate your wisdom.
Blessings,
Jill
Jacqueline
Hi, Jill,
I do add a little blk pepper. It is mentioned right behing the turmeric like this: “1/2 teaspoon of turmeric (with a dash of black pepper for absorption!)”
And I’ve not heard of many having stomach aches from maca nor have my husband or myself, but some may… This recipe is simmered on the stove, so I guess it is getting heated and that is enough.
Try it and let me know!
Blessings,
Jacque
Robin Bayuk
I just wanted to let you know that I think someone is trying to impersonate you on Telegram. This morning I received a message with what appeared to be your emblem but it came in a different and new feed, NOT THE CHAT feed or this one. It had a heart emoji and said, “dear sweet one thank you for following me.” I just wanted to let you know.
Jacqueline
Thank you, Robin!! You are correct! That wasn’t me! I will tell my VA as I want it to be a truly safe place and due to time, I am rarely there for comment!
Appreciate you! ~Jacque