Healing With Turmeric
Scientific studies are being made to qualify Turmeric as a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, useful in disinfecting cuts and burns.
When combined with cauliflower, it has been considered to prevent prostate cancer and stop
the growth of existing prostate cancer.
Is a natural liver detoxifier. A natural anti-inflammatory that works as well as many anti-inflammatory drugs but without the side effects.
Turmeric can be taken in powder or pill form. It is available in pill form in most health food stores, usually in 250-500mg capsules.
Contraindications:
Turmeric should not be used by people with gallstones or bile obstruction. Though turmeric is often used by pregnant women, it is important to consult with a doctor before doing so as turmeric can be a uterine stimulant.
The information contained on this lens is not intended to be prescriptive. Any attempt to diagnose or treat an illness should come under the direction of a physician who is familiar with nutritional therapy.
Turmeric - A Diet Supplement?
Metabolism gets rev'ed up.
New research claims Turmeric not only reduces inflammation in fat cells, it can help us slim down.
Research has indicated it also lowers blood sugar and can help prevent diabetes.
There are reports that it can lower your risk of heart disease by 78% and is currently being considered an anti cancer treatment!
Shane Ellison, who wrote Over-the-Counter Natural Cures writes about how it can rev up your metabolism and flush out toxins from your liver.*
RENEMBER: always check with your medical adviser before changing your nutritional program.
Turmeric, Onions and Colon Cancer
Curcumin, a phytonutrient found in the curry spice turmeric, and quercitin, an antioxidant in onions, reduce both the size and number of precancerous lesions in the human intestinal tract, shows research published in the August 2006 issue of Clinical Gasteroenterology and Hepatology.
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Turmeric and Alzheimer's
Growing evidence suggests that turmeric may afford protection against neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, according to Research conducted at UCLA and published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry (December 2004), which has been confirmed by further research published in the Journal of A
Find Out All the Health Benefits of Turmeric
Every day it seems new healing facts about Turmeric come out from a new study. You can use it in cooking or get supplements. Whichever way, check with your medical adviser before using any herb or spice for health.
Other Studies Found
A cox-2 inhibitor? Who knew?
*Is a natural painkiller and cox-2 inhibitor.
*May aid in fat metabolism and help in weight management.
*Has long been used in Chinese medicine as a treatment for depression.
*Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
*May help in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.
A Little Ancient History!
Turmeric in Chinese and Indian cultures for medicine..wow
Turmeric has long been used by the Chinese and Indian cultures for medicine. Traditionally called "Indian saffron" because of its deep yellow-orange color and has been used throughout history as a condiment, and as a textile dye.
In Mesopotamia, clay tablets inscribed around 650 B.C. describe turmeric as a brewing spice, stomach tonic and dye plant.
In 1280, Marco Polo encountered a widely used, saffron-colored food seasoning that was most likely turmeric and brought it back to Europe.
Use in Cooking!
Turmeric's strong flavor, advise using sparingly to start.
Turmeric is an important ingredient in curry mixes, chutney, and mustard pickles. It also goes well with chicken, duck, turkey, vegetables, rice, and salad dressing. It is extremely pungent, and actually gets stronger when cooked. A little goes a long way, so use it sparingly when experimenting.
Try this healing tea:
Ginger and turmeric combine with citrus and maple syrup to make this detoxifying ginger-turmeric tea
INGREDIENTS
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger
1/2 teaspoon powdered turmeric
1 tablespoon maple syrup
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1. Bring water to a boil, then add powdered herbs. Simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Strain tea into a mug, add maple syrup and lemon, stirring to combine. Drink warm.
Makes 1 serving.
Turmeric Rice
Turmeric Rice! It's so Nice!
Side dish to savor--love the flavor
Indian turmeric has been known to the world since anient times. Several unique properties of Indian turmeric make it the ideal choice as a food flavor and effective ingredient in medicines.
TURMERIC RICE
2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. chopped onions
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1 c. converted rice
1 tbsp. turmeric
1 1/2 c. chicken broth
1 bay leaf
2 sprigs thyme or 1/2 tsp. dry
Salt & pepper to taste
Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a saucepan and add the onion and garlic. Cook until wilted. Add the rice and turmeric, stir to coat. Add the broth, bay leaf, thyme, salt and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil. Simmer and cook for 17 minutes. Uncover and stir in the remaining butter. Toss gently to blend well. Remove bay leaf. Yield: 4 servings
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