The health benefits of turmeric outperform prescription drugs

(NaturalHealth365) In exploring the health benefits of turmeric, it must first be stated that turmeric has been used for thousands of years and stands as one of the world’s most consumed foods. It’s been used in both Chinese and Indian medicine since the 7th century AD.

Since, turmeric has been used for so long, it is generally considered extremely safe and well tolerated by most people. When it comes to healing and prevention of disease, conventional drugs have no value – especially when compared to superfoods like turmeric.

You may also hear turmeric referred to as “curcumin,” as that is its active ingredient that is full of antioxidants. Curcumin also gives turmeric its yellow-orange color.

One of the key health benefits of turmeric is the spice’s impressive ability to reduce inflammation. Reducing inflammation, in the body, is vitally important for anyone who wishes to enjoy good health with less aches and pains. Keep in mind, most chronic health problems rely heavily on cellular inflammation for its existence.

A prime example of a disease that uses inflammation to spread from cell to cell throughout the body is cancer; however, cancer is not alone in that a score of other diseases depend upon inflammation to spread.

Inflammation produces damage first to cells and then to areas within an organ and finally throughout an entire organ, which can lead to organ damage or even organ failure. Any food that can help slow or stop inflammation, such as turmeric, is one that should become a staple in your diet.

Since turmeric fights inflammation, it can help human health in many ways. Less inflammation means a lower risk of diseases ranging from cancer to heart disease, both of which are two of the main causes of premature death. In some scientific studies, curcumin has not only been able to kill cancer cells in laboratory dishes, but also slow the growth of cancer cells.

It might seem unlikely that something as “simple” as an ancient spice like turmeric could have such a profound impact on health, but medical and scientific research most certainly backs up this assertion. Studies have shown that turmeric does more than just fight inflammation, but also boosts the immune system as it has anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties.

Much like garlic, turmeric is nothing short of a commonly available superfood.

7 key health benefits of turmeric

1. Helps fight inflammation and diseases that depend on inflammation to spread.
2. Turmeric can help combat toxic compounds.
3. Studies indicate that turmeric may protect the liver.
4. If you want more antioxidants in your diet, then you’ll want to consume turmeric as it is an extremely powerful antioxidant.
5. Turmeric may help safeguard brain health and prevent against issues like Alzheimer’s disease.
6. Turmeric is considered to be a natural painkiller.
7. In a twist that surprises most people, research indicates that turmeric appears to prevent osteoporosis, as it may help improve bone strength and structure.

Those suffering from chronic pain will find that turmeric has a good deal to offer. Arthritis sufferers from example often find that turmeric works well in helping them reduce their symptoms.

Turmeric is safe; effective as a powerful anti-inflammatory and is easy to work into one’s diet. Plus, unlike prescription drugs, you can take advantage of the health benefits of turmeric without any negative side effects. Many great Indian inspired dishes can easily be prepared using this very tasty and well-loved spice.

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Sources:
http://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatmentsandsideeffects/complementaryandalternativemedicine/herbsvitaminsandminerals/turmeric
http://www.life-enhancement.com/magazine/article/642-turmeric-may-help-prevent-alzheimers-and-parkinsons-diseases

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