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The Health Benefits Of Turmeric by Fonexumoh(m): 9:39pm On Apr 10, 2020
Turmeric is a plant related to ginger. It is cultivated in some parts of Asia, Central America and throughout India. In the olden days, turmeric had various health benefits and it was used in Ayurverdic medicine in the treatment of serious pains, rheumatism, fatigue and breathing issues. Turmeric is used as spice and it is a common ingredient in curry powder. It contain compounds called curcuminoids, the most important active ingredient which is curcumin.
Today, turmeric also has various health benefits and it is used as food supplements in the treatment and management of certain conditions like arthritis, inflammation, stomach, liver, gallbladder and skin problems.
It is also used in the treatment of cancer and other conditions.

What are the health benefits of turmeric?

1.It can heal wounds
The active ingredient, curcumin found in turmeric can help heal wounds by reducing inflammation as well as oxidation. Turmeric has positive effects on the body tissues and collagen.

2.Treatment of Arthritis
Curcumin, an active compound in turmeric has strong antiinflammatory properties and it can help reduce swelling and inflammation in people with arthritis. Curcumin in turmeric is very active in reducing pains and inflammations in people with osteoarthritis.

3.Prevention of cancer
Turmeric has an antioxidant effect which helps prevent cancer. Curcumin in turmeric has a very strong and effective anticarcinogen which helps in the prevention of cancer.

4.It boost the immune system
Turmeric, due to its chemical properties can help boost and moderate the immune system and this is very useful especially in immune compromised individuals.

4.It lowers Cholesterol
Turmeric lowers the level Low density lipoprotein(LDL) also known as bad cholesterol in the body. This in turn reduces the risk of heart diseases and stroke. Low dose of curcumin lowers LDL and cholesterol level in the body.

Due to the antiinflammatory properties of turmeric, it is used in the treatment of uveitis-an inflammation of the iris.

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Re: The Health Benefits Of Turmeric by dominique(f): 10:28pm On Apr 10, 2020
But the taste tho
Re: The Health Benefits Of Turmeric by Froshloaded: 10:39pm On Apr 10, 2020
grin
Re: The Health Benefits Of Turmeric by Wizdeen(m): 9:16am On Apr 11, 2020
dominique:
But the taste tho

Most of the things that taste sweet and taste good are actually harmful to the body.
Re: The Health Benefits Of Turmeric by kunleweb: 6:09pm On Apr 11, 2020
dominique:
But the taste tho


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