The Great Properties and Benefits of Turmeric
The turmeric is certainly warm spice, great aroma and flavor that comes from the root orange flesh of a herbaceous plant belonging to the family of gingers, known scientifically under the name of Curcuma longa, which is mostly native South India and Indonesia.
It is a species with a great historical tradition, since it was first used in India between the years 610 BC to 320 BC, at that time was used as a dye for wool thanks to its yellow/orange color by the presence of Curcumin.
Many centuries later it became one of the most used spices in Indian cuisine, for its qualities as food coloring (especially in rice and meat dishes), and for being part of the spices that form the popular curry.
The Benefits of Turmeric
Helps care for the liver naturally
Did you know that turmeric is very beneficial in liver care? In fact, it becomes an ideal species to protect the liver in a totally natural way, thanks to the presence of curcumin, caffeic acid, borneol, eugenol and term none, all substances with hepatoprotective action (that is, they help protect the Cells of the liver).
It also helps to take care of the gallbladder, being a natural option advised when removing stones from the gallbladder.
Digestive and stomach tonic
Turmeric is an excellent tonic for the digestive system, so it is very interesting to facilitate and improve digestions, especially when there are slow or heavy digestions. In fact, its consumption is very useful in case of dyspepsia and especially in a type of chronic gastritis in which hypochloridria (lack of acidic secretions in the stomach) occurs.
It is also useful for facilitating the digestion of fats, thanks to its cholagogues effect, which in turn is so interesting in case of copious and excessive meals.
Antiulcer properties
Turmeric is rich in zingiberene, an active compound that stands out for its anti-ulcer qualities. It also provides 1-phenyl-hydroxy-N-pentane, a system capable of stimulating the secretions of pancreatic juices, gastrin, and secretin. It also helps maintain gastric pH.
Helps relieve gas
In case of gas and flatulence turmeric helps naturally reduce them, thanks to its carminative qualities, which help to expel gases from the intestine, which is why it is appropriate to relieve intestinal gas.
Adequate in cancer prevention
Did you know that the turmeric rhizome contains 10 components with anti-cancer action? Among them are curcumin, beta carotenes, cur-dione, limonene, and curcumenol. According to recent research, turmeric would help reduce the risk of various types of cancer, such as duodenum cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer and skin cancer. In addition, it would help in reducing the effects of drugs that are usually prescribed in the treatment of cancer.
Anti-inflammatory properties in case of carpal tunnel syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis
Turmeric provides a useful anti-inflammatory effect to reduce symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. This is demonstrated by numerous scientific studies, which have found the anti-inflammatory qualities of curcumin.
How to Make Turmeric Tea
An excellent way to enjoy its different qualities and benefits is to prepare a wonderful turmeric tea. Their preparation is really simple, and in just a few minutes you can enjoy a natural and delicious drink. Find out how.
Ingredients:
1 teaspoon turmeric
2 cups water
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Preparation of turmeric tea:
Put the water in a saucepan and when it boils add the teaspoon of turmeric. Turn on the heat, cover and let stand for 15 minutes. After this time filter or strain the drink, add in a cup and sweeten to taste. Ready!.
Contraindications of turmeric
Regular and habitual consumption of turmeric is not advised in the case of the following conditions and health problems:
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Liver diseases: especially in case of any serious liver disease. We must keep in mind that turmeric is a supplement with hepatic qualities, but before any disease, this should always be treated by the doctor.
Calculations in the gallbladder: the consumption of turmeric can cause painful cramps in case of stones in the gallbladder.
Before surgery: since turmeric can affect blood clotting, it is not advisable to use it before surgery.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: During pregnancy turmeric may have an emmenagogue effect (promotes and increases menstruation). On the other hand, there is insufficient safety to ensure that turmeric can affect breastfeeding. Therefore, the use of supplements is not recommended during pregnancy or during lactation.
Allergies: in case of allergy to rhizome or turmeric powder.
