Turmeric is a yellow spice that comes from the root of Curcuma longa plant and that is native to Southeast Asia and is primarily grown in India. Curcumin gives turmeric a yellow color. Curcumin, a compound with medicinal benefits is used in Ayurvedic medicine in India and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is one of the main ingredients in Indian curry. Also, it is used in Indian Haldi or religious functions. This plant has a very long history dating back to many years. Modern medicine has begun to recognize its importance and there are various studies carried out to check the efficiency.
Ayurveda
Turmeric is used in Ayurveda. It should not be taken in excess and it needs to be consumed in the correct proportion. It has beneficial effects on the tissues of blood, plasma, and lymph. It naturally improves digestion and also provides soothing and cooling quality to the tissues. It is also traditionally used for supporting the liver, joints, immune system, and skin.
Benefits of Turmeric
It is used to treat skin disorders, respiratory problems, pain relief, and digestive disorders. Turmeric is a major ingredient in curry powder. Elders recommended drinking milk with turmeric which could help in treating cold. Turmeric has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties which would help in wound healing and it also improves skin health. Turmeric also has properties to lower blood sugar levels. There is also a study that people having arthritis have less joint pain when using turmeric in recipes. Also, there is a study going on if Turmeric is helpful for cancer treatment.
Skin Health
Skin is an important organ in the human body that acts as a protective coating. It is a heat regulator and a sensory receptor. There are many skin diseases treated with plant-based products. Women in India use turmeric for face wash which will give a natural glow. In most of the functions in India, Turmeric is used in one way or the other. It can also heal wounds. Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties and it helps in the reduction of redness, soothing irritated skin, help psoriasis, acne, and dermatological conditions. There is a study that suggests curcumin has properties that help in the treatment of certain diseases.
Immunity
Drinking Turmeric milk boosts our immune system. If you have a cold or cough you can mix Turmeric powder with hot Cow milk and drink it. It contains immune agents that help in the activation of certain cells in providing immunity.
Osteoarthritis
There is research going on whether curcumin a natural substance found in Turmeric helps in curing Osteoarthritis a form of Arthritis. Some trials were done and found that Turmeric improved pain levels when walking and climbing stairs.
Summary
It is recommended not to use large amounts of Turmeric during pregnancy. There is also a recommendation to not use a large amount of Turmeric who is having Gall Bladder problems, Bleeding problems, etc. Since Turmeric provides a lot of natural health benefits people can use it in their regular recipes which could improve their immunity but they also need to check if they are allergic before using it.
Source or References:
- https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/turmeric
- https://www.healthline.com/health/turmeric-for-skin#helps-treat-psoriasis
- https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/curcumin-for-arthritis-does-it-really-work-2019111218290
- https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/pages/plants-turmeric?srsltid=AfmBOooszrEtHDCX5eXk7iK7R6DJr3Zu5Nf3G09kJuuMo9Y33hWyvS4a
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