Turmeric Powder

Description

Latin Name : Curcuma Longa

Origin Country: India

Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow colour.

It has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb.

Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.

• Boosts Immunity: Curcumin has been shown to improve immune function with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral and antibacterial properties.
• Reduces the symptoms of arthritis: As an anti-inflammatory ingredient, curcumin can help reduce the most obvious symptoms of arthritis.
• Helps manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Curcumin can help reduce the pain associated with irritable bowel syndrome and improve the quality of life of sufferers.
• Protects against liver damage and manages liver conditions: Curcumin can protect against liver damage. Its potential benefits include increased bile production of digestive fluid, while protecting liver cells from damage by bile-related chemicals.
• Helps prevent and manage diabetes: Traditional medicines have used turmeric for diabetes for thousands of years. Several studies have shown that curcumin supplementation may have anti-diabetic properties.
• Helps treat and manage lung diseases: The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of curcumin may help reduce the symptoms of chronic or long-term lung disease. It also may help treat asthma, pulmonary and cystic fibrosis, lung or injury cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
• Prevents Alzheimer’s disease: Curcumin can help reduce the chances of several neurodegenerative conditions. Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties are believed to reduce cell damage, inflammation and myeloid diseases.

Infusion: Place 1-2 teaspoons of turmeric powder in a tea infuser or teapot or mug for each cup of tea you intend to brew. Cover with boiling water. Place on the lid (or cover your cup with a saucer). Allow the mixture to steep for 10 'to 15' minutes or overnight. Then strain the tea and serve. Drink 1-3 cups of tea a day Add if you want honey, milk or lemon wedge for flavour. When cooking pasta or rice you can add a little turmeric to the water. Mix brown rice with raisins and cashews with a pinch of turmeric, cumin and cilantro. The taste of turmeric goes well with oily or grilled vegetables and potatoes. In addition to culinary use it can be used against acne and redness of the face as a mask. Add 1 teaspoon turmeric, 1 teaspoon honey and 1 teaspoon coconut oil. Stir, apply on face, leave on for about 20 minutes and then rinse

Although turmeric is generally considered safe to use medicinally, consuming more than the recommended dosage may cause nausea, diarrhea, Increased risk of bleeding, increased liver function tests,hyperactive gallbladder contractions, hypotension (lowered blood pressure). Some people have reported allergic reactions to turmeric, especially after skin exposure. Typically this is experienced as a mild, itchy rash. In any case you should consult with your healthcare doctor before using any herb especially if you’re taking other medications or have health problems.

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