Turmeric is very popular as a herbal medicine. Generally, raw turmeric has more medicinal properties. But regardless of whether men or women can eat raw turmeric?
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Raw turmeric can pose a danger to those.
Those suffering from digestive problems:
People with digestive problems should eat with caution. Because turmeric contains polyphenols or curcumin. As a result, it is not easily digested. However, if you use pepper with it, the digestion process is accelerated.
Pregnant mother:
Raw turmeric helps in dilating uterine contractions. As a result, there is a risk of miscarriage.
Those taking anticancer drugs:
Just as turmeric helps in curing cancer, there are some anticancer drugs that are reduced by the consumption of turmeric. Therefore, those who are taking anticancer drugs should follow the doctor's advice if they want to consume raw turmeric.
Those taking antidiabetic drugs:
Raw turmeric reduces the effectiveness of some oral antidiabetic drugs. So diabetic patients should consult a doctor before consuming turmeric.
Those who want to have children in a few days:
Raw turmeric reduces testosterone levels and immediately immobilizes sperm. It is better to avoid consuming raw turmeric for those who are trying to conceive in a short period of time.
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Turmeric reduces the natural tendency of blood to clot.
Those who will have any operation within 2 weeks:
Turmeric reduces the natural tendency of blood to clot. As a result, those who will have an operation within 2 weeks, taking turmeric increases the risk of bleeding more during the operation. For the same reason, those taking blood thinners should also avoid consuming raw turmeric.
Those who take painkillers :
Turmeric relieves the pain of pimples and wounds for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.It also reduces the effectiveness of various pain medications.
Patients with liver problems:
Raw turmeric is not easy to digest. And since patients suffering from liver problems lack the enzymes required for digestion, such patients should refrain from consuming raw turmeric. But those who have accumulated fat in the liver, they can eat turmeric; Because, turmeric helps in reducing fat.
Risk of kidney stones increases:
Consumption of turmeric increases the risk of kidney stones. This risk increases especially in those who have a family history of kidney stones.
Those suffering from breast, uterine cancer:
Some cancers related to hormones such as breast, uterine cancer should avoid eating turmeric.
One gram of turmeric can be taken daily. The amount of turmeric we use as a spice is very less compared to our daily requirement. Raw turmeric has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, memory enhancer and many other properties. However, before consuming extra turmeric in addition to masala, one must consult an expert.
Suggested by Dr. Shimu Akhtar, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Zahurul Islam Medical College, Bajitpur, Bangladesh.
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