TOP GREAT SECRETS OF TURMERIC POWDER YOU MUST KNOW

TOP GREAT SECRETS OF TURMERIC POWDER YOU MUST KNOW

INTRO:-

Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color.

It has been used in India for thousands of years as a spice and medicinal herb.

Recently, science has started to back up what Indians have known for a long time — it really does contain compounds with medicinal properties.

These compounds are called curcuminoids, the most important of which is curcumin.

Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant.

USES:-

 >>• Make longevity tea

To make your own, boil four cups of water, add one teaspoon of ground turmeric, allow to simmer for 10 minutes, strain, and add ginger and/or honey to taste.

>>• Make meat safer

Kansas State University researchers discovered that adding turmeric to meat can reduce the levels of heterocyclic amines (HCAs) by up to 40 percent. HCAs form on chicken and meat when cooked over high heat, like in grilling. Consumption of HCAs is linked to higher rates of cancer.

>>• Inhibit skin cancer

Turmeric seems to hold much promise for skin treatments, as well as possibly inhibiting certain forms of cancer. Among other studies, researchers at the University of Texas note that curcumin inhibits the growth of melanoma and may also impede the spread of breast cancer to the lungs.

>>• Soothe a sick stomach

Turmeric has long used to quell bellies that aren’t behaving properly. A 2013 study showed that taking 500 mg of turmeric a few times a day can treat an upset stomach.

>>• As an anti dandruff

Make a mix of turmeric and the oil of your choice (jojoba or coconut oil would be nice), massage into your scalp and leave on for 15 minutes, then shampoo and style as usual.

>>• Soothing Face Mask

Turmeric can also be used on skin! One of my favorite ways to use it is in a face mask. You can add 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder to any face mask recipe you love.

>>• Acne Gel

Just like in the face mask above, the anti-inflammatory properties of this unique spice makes it beneficial to help cool and stop acne. Make a paste of honey and turmeric (2 parts honey to 1 part turmeric) and dab on to spot treat. Allow to stay for 15 minutes then wash with lukewarm water.