Golden spice of life - Turmeric

Turmeric also commonly known as ‘haldi’ is a staple ingredient in authentic Indian vegetables and curries.  In the recent time this humble spice has gained a lot of importance in the scientific world. The golden bottle of turmeric in your kitchen has immense health benefits even beyond you can imagine hence it is also known as the ‘Golden spice of life’ or ‘Poor man’s saffron’.

Nutritionists say that turmeric has a source of dietary fibre, potassium, iron, manganese, vitamin b6, vitamin c, and omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids.
Let’s understand more about the health benefits of turmeric

Age controller

Turmeric is known for its timeless benefits on the body. It slows down your aging process the natural way.  It helps to remove the acne and blemishes from the skin and makes the skin soft and supple. As the name suggests it gives a golden glow on the skin. Regular use of turmeric helps to make you look younger even as you age.

Skin healer

This golden spice has an anti-septic and anti-bacterial effectiveness. It helps to repair wounds, cuts, bruises or other skin damages. It is also a pain reliever and prevents infections hence used after an injury.

Diabetes manager

It has anti-glycaemic property that helps in optimum functioning of the pancreas and lowering the blood sugar levels. It also helps to regulate and balance insulin levels and prevent development of insulin resistance in the body thereby helping to treat diabetes effectively.

Immunity booster

Since time immemorial turmeric has gained fame as an immunity booster.  It contains a substance called lipopolysaccharide which acts an immunity booster. Its anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties also help to strengthen the immune system by protecting against various diseases.

Cancer protector

Preliminary studies conducted on cancer states that turmeric has an ability to prevent cancer causing enzymes reducing the risk of cancer cell formation and growth.

Arthritis defender

Ayurveda states that turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that help in the treating inflammatory disorders like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Studies suggest that individuals who consume turmeric on a regular basis experience much relief from inflammation as well as joint pain.

Digestion enhancer

Turmeric helps to improve digestion. Regular intake of fresh turmeric with ginger and a few drops of lemon help to ease digestion related issues.

Liver detoxifier

Turmeric is a natural detoxifier as it produces enzymes that detoxify the blood. These enzymes reduce the toxins in the body and improve blood circulation. Turmeric has curcumin an ingredient that enhances livers ability to lower serum cholesterol levels from the body thus protects against cardio vascular diseases.

Turmeric has immense health benefits and is easy to use. You can use it in your day to day culinary use and enjoy good health in return.

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