Turmeric is a flowering plant of the ginger family that has been used in Asia for thousands of years for its incredible medicinal benefits. It was historically first used as a dye, and then later for its wide effectiveness in medicine. Turmeric is a major part of Ayurveda, Siddha medicine, and traditional Chinese medicine, and now more than 7000 western studies are revealing just how great it is for our health.
Research has shown turmeric to be an effective:
- Antiallergenic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Bactericide
- Antibacterial
- Antiseptic
- Insectifuge
- Antispasmodic
- Fungicide
- Anti-tumor
- Herbicide
- Antiviral
- Antiulcer
- Cancer preventative
The following scientifically-backed health benefits show just how beneficial turmeric can be for the body:
Thousands Of Studies Confirm: This Is What Happens To Your Body If You Use Turmeric Every Day
Potent Anti-Inflammatory
Hundreds of studies have confirmed that curcumin, a component of turmeric, “demonstrated anti-inflammatory activity” when consumed by humans. A large percentage of chronic illnesses are caused by excessive inflammation, making turmeric a wonderful solution.
“Turmeric is one of the most potent natural anti-inflammatories available,” Dr. Randy Horwitz, medical director of the Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine explains. According to Horwitz, studies have shown that using turmeric can inhibit the onset of rheumatoid arthritis as well as significantly reduce its symptoms.
Other research has shown that the curcumin found within turmeric may also improve kidney function for people suffering from kidney inflammation, as well as ease the symptoms of uveitis – an inflammation in the middle layer of the eye.
Preventing Cancer
Researchers at UCLA discovered that curcumin, the active ingredient found in turmeric, seems to block an enzyme that causes cancer growth in the head and neck thereby preventing the spread of malignant cells.
“This study shows that curcumin can work in the mouths of patients with head and neck malignancies and reduce activities that promote cancer growth,” head researcher Dr. Wang said. “It not only affected the cancer by inhibiting a critical cell signaling pathway, it also affected the saliva itself by reducing pro-inflammatory cytokines within the saliva.”
Powerful Antioxidant
The University of Maryland’s Medical center reported that the powerful antioxidant properties of turmeric help to reduce and prevent some of the damage caused by cancer-causing free radicals. Other studies have shown that curcumin may also be useful in preventing several types of prostate, colon and skin cancers.
Promotes Mental Health
Studies have shown a wide array of neuroprotective benefits that come from consuming turmeric. This spice is effective in treating numerous ailments including epilepsy, tardive dyskinesia, Alzheimer’s disease, depression as well as other neurodegenerative disorders.
Hundreds Of Health Benefits:
WebMD reported that consuming turmeric every day can help with the following conditions: “headaches, arthritis, hay fever, heartburn (dyspepsia), joint pain, Alzheimer’s disease, stomach pain, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, bronchitis, colds, bypass surgery, hemorrhage, diarrhea, intestinal gas, stomach bloating, loss of appetite, jaundice, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), liver problems, Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection, stomach ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), gallbladder disorders, high cholesterol, a skin condition called lichen planus, skin inflammation from radiation treatment, and fatigue.”
Here Are 7 Simple Ways To Use Turmeric Each Day:
1) Golden Milk
- Fresh grated or powdered turmeric (1 teaspoon)
- Raw honey (2 teaspoons)
- Almond or coconut milk (1 cup)
- Fresh, grated or powdered ginger (¼ teaspoon)
- Cardamom (a dash)
- Vanilla (¼ teaspoon)
- Cinnamon (a dash)
- Clove (a dash)
- Water (¼ cup)
2) Turmeric Tea
- Hot water (one cup)
- Fresh, grated turmeric (½ teaspoon)
- Black pepper
- Raw honey
- Lime
3) Turmeric Kefir
4) Turmeric Juice Shot
- Turmeric root (½ inch) or a teaspoon of powdered turmeric
- Half a lemon
- Sea salt
5) Turmeric Soup
- Chopped or grated turmeric (1 knuckle)
- Organic bone broth or veggie (4 cups)
- black pepper
6) Turmeric Smoothie
- Fresh or powdered turmeric (1 teaspoon)
- Maca root (1 teaspoon)
- Frozen mango or pineapple (1 1/2)
- coconut flakes (2 tablespoons)
- Almond milk or coconut milk (1/2)
- Black pepper (a dash)
- Hemp seed hearts (1 teaspoon)
7) Turmeric Scramble
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Source: fitlife.tv
