It’s turned the fortunes of Nizamabad, a district in Andhra Pradesh. Being sold at the highest price ever, the district is reaping gold with turmeric in the international market as there’s an immense demand for the yellow-orange herb. Its versatility and medicinal value make it a prized possession. It’s the main ingredient, curcuminoids have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and this is how it benefits your health.
INFLAMMATION OF THE JOINTS:-
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric can significantly reduce the pain felt by rheumatoid arthritis patients. Keep in mind that the pain can be attributed to the inflammation of the joints, the less inflammation, the less pain felt.
FLU PROTECTION:-
It must be emphasized that turmeric is not a cure-all substitute for flu shots and staying healthy in flu prevention. However, it possesses an antiviral properties helpful in protecting against numerous flu strains, thus, preventing its replication in the body.
GOOD FOR THE HEART:-
A clinical study has shown that turmeric lessens cholesterol levels as potently as Clofibrate. Other studies have pointed to turmeric’s ability to lower triglycerides levels, too. These findings point to the great potential of turmeric to promote cardiovascular health.
FIGHTS CANCER:-
Preliminary studies on turmeric’s anticancer possibilities point to its ability to slow down the growth of certain type of tumors. Plus, demographic research points to the observation that people living in areas where turmeric is a favored spice, like India, have the lowest cancer rates in the world.
HELPS TO REDUCE WEIGHT:-
Turmeric promotes faster fat metabolism. As such, it can be very helpful in the promotion of weight loss as well as in the maintainenance of a healthy weight. Said, action is attributed to the increased flow of bile, and, hence, to faster fat burning. In fact, many weight loss supplements contain turmeric as an active ingredient.
PROTECTS THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM:-
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric lessens the congestion and inflammation brought by stagnant mucous membranes in addition to stimulating gastric mucus production. As such, it is very useful in people with irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, Crohn’s disease and diarrhea. Even the itching that accompanies and anal fissures and hemorrhoids can be significantly lessened by the consumption of turmeric.
RELIEVES PAIN:- Turmeric acts a natural pain reliever due to its anti-spasmodic properties, which means that it can smoothen out muscle pains as well as reduce digestive and menstrual cramping. This is good news for women suffering from dsymenorrheal cramps.
HEALS WOUND QUICKLY:-
Due to its antiseptic properties, turmeric promotes faster wound healing. Just apply to the affected area to generate the best results.
HELPS IN ASTHMA ATTACKS:-
If you have asthma, you can take turmeric supplements to strengthen your lungs against the onslaught of asthma attacks.
STABLIZES BLOOD SUGAR:-
Turmeric assists in stabilizing blood sugar levels especially in diabetics. Again, turmeric works when you consume sufficient amounts of it, Try adding turmeric to your grains and beans as well as oatmeal.
