If you aspire to consume a spice that adds delicious flavor to your meals as well as offers excellent health benefits, then you must try turmeric, aka Golden Spice.
Yellow colored turmeric is made of tropical plant root that grows mostly in Southeast Asia. It is usually consumed in a dry powder form to add flavor to meals. It has also been used for health benefits for hundreds of years, specifically in India as part of alternate-medical system, Ayurveda.
Majority of benefits from consuming turmeric are related to presence of an active ingredient curcuminoids (curcumin) that has anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-diabetic properties. Turmeric is also known as a good source for iron.
More and more people are consuming turmeric to reap the natural health benefits without any risky side-effects.
Potential Health Benefits of Turmeric
Build Immunity Turmeric has antioxidant properties that help build stronger immune system and treat cough and cold symptoms.
Reduce Pain Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties that acts as a natural pain killer by reducing arthritis muscle pain and general soreness.
Aid Digestion Turmeric may help in assisting digestion and preventing stomach upset.
Reduce Cancer Turmeric may help kills certain cancer cells and thus lower the risk by preventing their growth.
Improve Liver Turmeric may reduce side effects of taking diabetes treatment drugs that impacts liver.
Options to Consume Turmeric
Caution
Some people have observed certain side effects like nausea, upset stomach or diarrhea that may be related to consuming turmeric. Turmeric has a somewhat bitter taste that may not fit well with taste buds of certain people. Make sure you consult with your doctor before taking turmeric supplements or including it in your diet.
Final Verdict
Turmeric has many health benefits, but like anything else, use it as part of a holistic healthy lifestyle that includes healthy diet, proper exercise and regular doctor visit.
We hope the information in this post will be helpful in your journey of aspiring nirvana!