It is also used in Indian folk medicine as a digestive stimulant and to treat infections, joint complaints, fever and liver disease.
Women use it daily to wash their faces, as it gives the skin a golden, glowing complexion, but it also works well to clean pores and promote collagen production.
Pain relief: take turmeric instead of pills, as turmeric stimulates circulation, supports the immune system and helps tissue regeneration, so it’s good for the whole body.
Bloating: It can also be very helpful for bloating. It helps restore digestion, stimulates circulation and detoxifies.
Diabetes: regular use of turmeric capsules can even prevent the development of diabetes.
Against acne: Turmeric can also be used to treat acne. Mix a little of the spice into a paste with a little water and a little natural yoghurt. When it’s ready, apply it to the pimple. It prevents scarring and also draws down the inflammation.
Anti-inflammatory: turmeric is a globally recognised natural anti-inflammatory. It can be an effective aid in treating even existing inflammation. Its anti-inflammatory properties are due to its active ingredient, the compound curcumin. This makes turmeric very effective in the treatment of arthritis.
What else is turmeric good for?
Treatment of arthritis and rheumatic complaints.
Maintaining the health of the vascular system.
Maintaining healthy, ideal cholesterol levels.
Digestive and stomach problems.
Ideal liver and kidney function.
Prevention of thrombosis and heart attacks.
May help heal damaged skin.
Supports brain function.
Strengthens the body’s immune system.
To what does turmeric owe its beneficial effects?
One of the main active ingredients in turmeric is curcumin. This is what gives turmeric its characteristic yellow colour. However, in addition to curcumin, which gives turmeric its characteristic colour, it also has other beneficial properties such as being an effective anti-inflammatory, a powerful antioxidant, antibacterial and antiviral. It also has an excellent diuretic effect and therefore supports kidney function.
Unlike Indian medicine, Chinese folk medicine uses turmeric to improve blood circulation. The active ingredients in turmeric inhibit the formation of blood clots, thereby reducing the risk of heart attacks and thrombosis. It is also recommended for menstrual cramps and other bleeding problems.
Interestingly, since Hindus have a great respect for turmeric, the groom ties a sacred thread dipped in turmeric paste around his bride’s neck.
