Golden mocha latte – dairy, refined sugar and caffeine free

Sometimes we all need a nice warm and creamy drink to comfort the soul.  Our golden mocha latte does just that.  It’s not only warm and comforting but loaded with healthy fats and other superfoods.  We love having the golden mocha latte for breakfast on cooler days or as a bed-time treat.  It’s delicious, quick to make and so good for you, the true superhero when it comes to quality wholesome ingredients.  The below list of ingredients speaks for itself.

Turmeric contains carcumin, a substance with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.  The golden spice supports immune health, helps relieve pain and can aid in digestion among other things.  By adding black pepper and a good fat you increase the absorption of the carcumin.

Cinnamon has a naturally sweet taste and is a powerful spice that has been used medicinally around the world for thousands of years.  A little bit of cinnamon goes a long way and as little as ½ a teaspoon of cinnamon daily can have a positive effect on blood sugar levels, digestion, immunity and more.  Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants and contains anti-inflammatory properties.  It can lower blood sugar levels, reduce heart disease risk factors and has a plethora of other impressive health benefits.

Ginger contains gingerol, a substance with powerful medicinal properties.  Ginger has a very long history of use in various forms of traditional and alternative medicine.  It has been used to help digestion, reduce nausea and help fight the flu and common cold to name a few. It has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

MCT oil or Medium Chain Triglycerides are fatty acids of a certain length, as the name suggests. MCT oil is an oil made up of one or more of these medium chain triglycerides and it is translucent and tasteless liquid at room temperature.  Medium Chain Triglycerides are considered easily digestible and beneficial fats, and instead of being metabolized through digestion like most other foods, these fats are processed in the liver. MCTs provide fast and lasting energy and are easily absorbed by the body.  MCTs may offer special benefits for those struggling with hormone imbalance. There is also research suggesting that medium chain fats may be beneficial for maintaining a healthy weight by helping balance hormones and improving insulin sensitivity.  MCTs have antiviral and antibacterial properties and there is some evidence that they may help balance gut bacteria and combat pathogenic bacteria. They also offer the digestive system a break because they are so easily utilized by the body. The same antiviral and antibacterial properties make MCTs beneficial for immune as well. Healthy fats are important for proper immune function, and since MCTs can be more easily used by the body, this may be especially beneficial for those who have trouble absorbing fats and who struggle with immune function.

Cacao is the unprocessed chocolate superfood that’s turbocharged with magnesium, flavonoids (antioxidant), calcium, iron, zinc, copper, potassium and manganese to name a few. As raw cacao is made by cold-pressing unroasted cocoa beans these nutritional wins aren’t lost during processing.  In addition, cacao contains a compound called phenylethylamine (PEA for short). PEA is thought to elevate mood and support energy, and is said to be one of the reasons that many people love chocolate!