9 Amazing Benefits of Turmeric (Haldi)

 

                       

What is Turmeric

All of us recognize the turmeric as one of the spices which are yellow-orange in color. We get it from the roots of the turmeric plant. People of every age like it in their food. It also increases the taste of food. It has tremendous use not only in our kitchens but in medicine as well. People of South Asia are using it as a medicine for centuries (Jurenka, 2009). So let’s discuss its advantages in detail:

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Stress Preventer

If you are feeling stressed, having bad mood or feeling depressed regularly, turmeric is the best medicine for you. Before going to the doctor try it as a medicine at home and you will be surprised with the results. It is safer and cheaper than the doctor’s medicine (Sies, 1997).

Now the question is how to use it. So it is very simple and easy to use it. You could grind it in water and drink it. You could also use its grated form with lemon and honey to make lemonade and drink it regularly and feel fresh.

Treat Your Wounds

Turmeric is a natural antibiotic. It heels every type of the wounds very quickly. It is also helpful in swelling conditions. By using turmeric your immune system will become stronger and will deal with the illness itself (Nicol LM, 2015). It is also helpful to prevent skin problems. Apply turmeric directly to the affected part (Franchek Drobnic, 2014). You can also use it by putting some turmeric in water with honey and drink the water.

Cold Preventer

Turmeric is very useful if you are having cold symptoms. It helps you to get rid of cold, flu, running nose, and their associates. It will help you to improve your immune system and fight against the germs and bacteria to keep you healthy (Chainani-Wu, 2003). In these conditions it is recommended to use turmeric water or milk by mixing some turmeric in it.

Weight Loser

As we know that turmeric contains essential oil, zinc, iron, calcium, vitamin E, Vitamin C, potassium and manganese. All these components restrict the growth of excessive fat in our body and help us to lose weight faster. It also reduces our fat storage ability which helps us to lose weight.

You just have to put a tablespoon of turmeric in a glass of milk along with 2 tablespoons of honey. Drink that milk before sleeping and weight loss will not be a problem for you.

Cancer Preventer

Turmeric is very useful in the prevention of cancer. It controls the growth of cancer tumors. It makes our body strong to fight the cancer cells. It can prevent many types of cancer which includes breast cancer, lung cancer, rectum cancer and prostate cancer.

Blood Pressure regulator

Turmeric is very useful for blood pressure patients. It has the anti-inflammation properties. It helps our body to maintain blood pressure as well as blood cholesterol level. It reduces the excessive blood sugar and the risk of Alzheimer disease. What you have to do is just take a glass of milk mix a table spoon of turmeric and heat it for 10 minutes, add a cup of milk in heated solution and your are all set to drink it. Make it a habit to get healthy results.

Improve your Digestion

If you have a digestion problem don’t worry and use turmeric to get relief. It is very helpful for IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) patients. As we know IBS is directly related with stress, and turmeric is a natural stress reliever as well as digestion helper. It is also used to cure diarrhea. It prevents stomach problems and helps in smooth digestion. You just have to mix turmeric in a glass of filtered water and drink it before every meal. You will notice the healthy change very soon.

Glowing Skin

Golden spice this is what South Asian people call it. It is being used as a cosmetic for centuries in South Asia. It will improve your complexion and make you pretty. It will remove dark circles, zits, pimples and scars from your face. Inflammation and swelling will not be a problem if you use turmeric on your skin. Your skin will be brighter and glowing by regular use. (Franchek Drobnic, 2014) What you have to do is just mix a tablespoon of turmeric in warm water and drink it in the morning before eating or drinking anything else.

Liver Cleaner

Turmeric water is very useful and fruitful if you want to cleanse your liver. It helps your body to release toxins and harmful elements from not only our liver as well as our whole body. It will make you feel refreshed very fast. Consume every morning a warm glass of water with a tablespoon of turmeric and feel the difference.

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References

Chainani-Wu, N. (2003). Safety and anti-inflammatory activity of curcumin: a component of tumeric (Curcuma longa). The Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine.

Franchek Drobnic, J. R. (2014). Reduction of delayed onset muscle soreness by a novel curcumin delivery system (Meriva®): a randomised, placebo-controlled trial. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition2014 11:31 .

Jurenka, J. S. (2009). Anti-inflammatory properties of curcumin, a major constituent of Curcuma longa: a review of preclinical and clinical research. Alternative Medicine Review, 14(2).

Nicol LM, R. D. (2015). Curcumin supplementation likely attenuates delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). European Journal of Applied Physiology, 115(8), 1769-1777.

Sies, H. (1997). Oxidative stress: oxidants and antioxidants. Experimental Physiology .