Turmeric, turmeric, turmeric or turmeric is a species of root with medicinal properties. It is usually used in powder form to season meats or vegetables especially in India and eastern countries.
In addition to having great antioxidant potential, turmeric can also be used as a natural remedy to improve gastrointestinal problems, fever, treat colds and even reduce high cholesterol.
Turmeric is a plant with long, shiny leaves about 60 cm long with orange roots. Its scientific name is Turmeric Long and can be purchased in health food stores, drugstores and even in some markets for the average price of 10 reais.
What is it for and benefits
The main properties of turmeric are its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antibacterial and digestive action and, therefore, this plant has several benefits for the body, such as:
- Improve digestion; Help with weight loss; Combat colds and flu; Avoid asthma attacks; Detoxify and treat liver problems; Regulate intestinal flora; Regulate cholesterol; Stimulate the immune system; Relieve skin inflammations such as eczema, acne or psoriasis; Improve the natural anti-inflationary response.
In addition, turmeric can be used as a brain tonic, helps to inhibit blood clots and even helps to relieve symptoms of premenstrual tension.
The active principle responsible for the medicinal potential of turmeric is curcumin, which has even been studied to be used in the form of gel or ointment to treat skin wounds, such as burns, because it has shown excellent results in scientific studies.
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How to use
The most used part of turmeric is the powder from its root, to season foods, but it can also be consumed in the form of capsules. In addition, its leaves can also be used in the preparation of some teas.
- Turmeric infusion: Place 1 coffee spoon of turmeric powder in 150 ml of boiling water and let it stand for about 10 to 15 minutes. After warm, drink up to 3 cups a day between meals; Turmeric capsules: generally the recommended dosage is 2 capsules of 250 mg every 12 hours, totaling 1 g per day, however, the dosage may vary according to the problem to be treated; Turmeric gel: Mix one tablespoon of aloe vera with the turmeric powder and apply on skin inflammations, such as psoriasis.
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Possible side effects
The side effects of turmeric are related to its overuse, which can cause stomach irritation and nausea.
Who should not use
Despite having several health benefits, turmeric is contraindicated in patients who are taking anticoagulant drugs and with obstruction of the bile ducts due to gallstones. Turmeric in pregnancy or lactation should only be used under medical advice.
