Turmeric: The Wonder Spice

Turmeric is known as the wonder spice because of its magical properties which benefit us in different ways. It is used as a medicinal herb since old times. Dry turmeric is rich in vitamin A, Thiamine (B1), and Riboflavin (B2), vitamin C also contains a good amount of calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, and potassium.

Recently science has started doing research with clinically proven studies, saying it contains compounds known as "curcuminoids" used as a medicinal spice to treat different associated diseases and illnesses.

Anil Khandelwal, Health and Wellness Expert, at YOGIC SECRETS shares the science-backed benefits of turmeric:

• Turmeric has curcumin in it which is a natural anti-inflammatory that helps to fight against inflammation caused by any disease or illness.
• Turmeric boosts the antioxidant capacity of the body as it neutralizes free radicals on its own but also stimulates your body's own antioxidant enzymes.
• Curcumin in turmeric may improve cognitive function & also helps to protect brain functions by boosting the level of BDNF in the brain.
• Turmeric is a wonderful magical spice for joint health as it helps to treat symptoms of joint-related problems and reduce inflammation.

To Check Gastric Problems: helps to relieve gas formation in the stomach and indigestion discomforts.

Very Powerful to Treat Bronchitis: Take 1 tsp of turmeric powder with warm water 3 times a day it will make phlegm melt. To give protection against Cancer: Add 2 tsp of turmeric powder in a cup of water stir & take it regularly twice a day. It has active compounds (curcumol and curdione), which have strong cytotoxic effects against certain forms of cancer.

To Relieve Pain and Itching of The Skin: Mix turmeric powder with lime juice and little water to make a smooth paste. Put it directly on herpes lesions, eczema, psoriasis, pimples, and even leprosy sores.

To Relieve Sprains and Internal Injuries: With just 1 spoonful of turmeric powder in 2 cups of milk simmer it & it cools drink it daily in the morning and evening for best results.

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