Nov 11 2008
Turmeric for Health
You may have heard of the spice called turmeric (curcumin). For cooking it is used in many Indian based recipes. It gives food a wonderful golden hue and a strong flavor. The spice comes from the root of the plant, like ginger. It is used both raw and in dried form. It has been used in India for over 2500 years, probably first as a fabric dye. What you may not know about turmeric is that it is extremely beneficial for health purposes.
* Anti-inflammatory and Antiseptic
It has long been used for it’s anti-inflammatory abilities. It is also a natural antiseptic. A solution of turmeric and pure water is a good cleaning/healing tool for cuts. The anti-inflammatory abilities also make it a natural treatment for osteoarthritis as well as rheumatoid arthritis
* Prostate Cancer
Prepare a dish with cauliflower/broccoli and turmeric to prevent and stop the growth of current prostate cancer. See this study for further information
* Breast Cancer Spreading
The use of turmeric, in a study with mice, has been shown beneficial in keeping breast cancer from spreading to the lungs. See this study for further information.
* Melanoma Prevention and Cell Interference
Scientific research, in animals, has shown that turmeric prevents as well as suppressed proteins that melanoma cell use to keep themselves going. See this study for more information.
* Childhood Leukemia
Research has shown that ingesting turmeric may reduce the risk of contracting childhood leukemia. If this condition runs in your family, this may be an easy safeguard. See more about this study here.
* Liver Detoxifier
Because bile is one of the substance the liver creates to rid itself and the body of toxins, it makes sense that anything that creates bile would help a sluggish liver with detoxification. Turmeric creates bile flow. Along with it’s anti-inflammatory agents, it is a good liver detoxifier. See more here.
* Prevents and Slows Alzheimer
Turmeric may help to slow (even prevent) neural plaque which has been implicated as the cause of Alzheimer disease. See more here.
Turmeric Use Warnings
Turmeric should not be used by pregnant women without first consulting a health care professional as it can act as a uterine stimulant. Also those individuals with a bile obstruction or gallstone problems. As is true with any new regimen, you should always check with your health care professional.
