Turmeric the beautiful and vibrant yellow color of turmeric truly symbolises the rich culture of India. It is a spice used for making curries in India, Asia and Morrocan lands. Other than food preparations, turmeric has a wide range of medicinal and beauty benefits. Turmeric is a root plant, and the powdered form in which we use in our homes is obtained from boiling, drying and grinding this herb. The curcumin present in it helps in providing relief to a variety of health problems. As the debate whether this is the supreme superfood goes, let us see the various areas where we can use turmeric –
Digestion
Intake of turmeric provides relief from bloating, flatulence and all gastric troubles. The powerful herb is a dietary fiber that fights and prevents ulcer colitis. The consumption of turmeric should be balanced as gall bladder problems could turn fatal.
Arthritis
Turmeric contains high amounts of calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, protein and vitamins. It is good for all kinds of body pains and is beneficial for patients who are suffering from Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Weight control
Eating turmeric prevents the weight from increasing as the curcumin controls fat from accumulating in the body. If weight gain is controlled a lot of harmful diseases like type 2 diabetes can be avoided.
Diabetes And Cholesterol
Curcumin, present in turmeric prevents the deposition of fat in the arteries of the heart. It reduces the risk of diabetes from developing, by controlling glucose levels. It regulates the level of insulin in the body. Even cholesterol levels are said to be in control by curcumin as it helps in reducing LDL level which are the bad cholesterol in the body.
Increases Immunity
The antiviral, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric help in boosting the immunity of the body. Seasonal allergies, cold and cough are kept at bay. We can take a pinch of turmeric in a warm glass of milk to prepare the body against the atrocity of the changing weather and faster healing of wounds. Also, if we add a pinch of turmeric to herbal tea helps in relieving flu faster and body aches are reduced.
Liver Detoxification
Turmeric is known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It is also known to protect the liver and prevent it from damage, especially the diabetic liver and can also destroy cancer cells in the liver.
Cancer
The curcumin in turmeric is used for treating a lot of cancers. The prostate cancer, leukemia, cancers of the liver, colon carcinomas and breast carcinomas. So powerful are its properties that it is being considered an alternate option to chemotherapy.
Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimers patients have been reported to show improvements with the treatment using curcumin. Memory in enhanced, dementia is reduced and cognitive deterioration is lessened.
Beauty products
Used for a variety of beauty treatments, turmeric is included in face packs and creams for enhancing fairness and reducing marks and spots. Indian brides are smeared with pastes of turmeric before marriage to bring that lovely glow on the face, and since it is considered auspucious, turmeric is an integral parts of all marraige ceremonies. From anti ageing and wrinkles, burns, stretch marks and cracked heels it can be used for healing almost everything. Add a pinch of turmeric to your regular pack and apply, you will see a definite difference in the texture and color of the skin.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.