Turmeric has been used as wonder ingredients since the ages in India; especially it is excessively used in kitchen mainly for cooking purposes. It adds colour to our curry/dishes that makes the dish looks attractive and complete. Turmeric is actually a root i.e. bright orange-yellow in colour with a heady fragrance; turmeric has a unique earthy taste. One of the important properties of turmeric is that it can be used as antiseptic/antibacterial & has many other medical benefits that make it unique and useful in our daily life. Here are 8 benefits of turmeric in short; that may surprise you and may be useful for you.
- Relief from Arthritic Pain: Due to its anti-inflammatory property turmeric have been used in treating osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. (associated with joint pain problems)
- Cancer prevention: The compound curcumin i.e. present in turmeric has been found that it helps to fight against cancer in our body. Which is amazing:
- Brain protection: Another powerful compound of turmeric named aromatic- turmerone, after research has found that this compound helps to repair the stem cells of the brain.
- Digestion improvement: Raw turmeric is often used while suffering from digestive problems.
- Healing properties: As already mentioned that turmeric has property of natural antiseptic and anti-bacterial property that’s makes it an effective disinfectant. Besides it is every grandmother’s suggestions to treat any cut, burn or infection.
- Delay in diabetes: The anti-inflammatory & antioxidant property of curcumin have been found to delay the onset of Type2 diabetes, in the people with pre-diabetes. But it’s good to consult the doctor;
- Immunity booster: Lipopolysaccharide a substance in turmeric with anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal agents helps to stimulate the human’s immune system or acts like a immune booster.
- Liver Detoxifier: Turmeric is known to increase the production of the vital enzymes that detoxify our blood in the liver. It also improves blood circulation and promotes good liver health.
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