Wednesday, 29 July 2015

Proven health benefits of turmeric

 Proven health benefits of turmeric

Dr. Shilpa Benade Maney

Bachelor of Ayurveda, Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) · Ayurveda · 
10 Proven Health Benefits of Turmeric

Good health is a physical state wherein the body, mind and soul function in harmony. Turmeric, is one of the best remedies easily available in every Indian kitchen. With its innumerable health benefits, it becomes the best natural cure to all health related issues.
Check Turmeric’s 10 proven benefits.

1.Protects from chronic diseases - Be it cancer, diabetes, heart problems or flu, turmeric fights it all single-handedly. With its anti-inflammatory property and curcumin, it proves efficient in curing many chronic diseases.
2. Is a natural painkiller - Sometimes to deal with unbearable pains, you pop in many painkillers. However, these painkillers have many side effects which affects the body severely. Turmeric is known to be the best painkiller with no side effects, but extra benefits.
3. It Regulates cholesterol - Turmeric is beneficial in controlling your cholesterol levels and reduces the risk to high blood pressure. It has anti-depressants which relieves you from chronic stress and depression.
4. It aces digestion in your body - Turmeric very beneficial for our stomach. It helps overcome gastric problems/acidity and improves digestion.
5. It is a skin expert - Skin darkening is a common problem faced by individuals, especially during summers. Turmeric is useful in removing the acne, pimples and the dead layer of skin. It is the secret to glowing, smooth skin.
6. Builds Immunity - Curcumin in Turmeric has antioxidant properties which neutralizes the radicals and boosts the activity of antioxidant enzymes in the body.
7. Detoxifies the body - Turmeric has healing properties to prevent cell damage and detoxifies liver which further helps in managing your body weight. It is a superlative solution for people suffering from obesity.
8. Helps sharpen memory - Turmeric improves the oxygen intake of the brain, enhancing brain functions and performance. It is the key to stimulate brain memory.
9. To quickly heal : Turmeric has antibacterial and antiseptic agents which help to disinfect burns and bruises. Turmeric paste is effective in healing burns overnight.
10. For hair and teeth - The whitening and healing properties in turmeric helps to whiten teeth and fight germs. It also protects the scalp from dandruff, head lice, and overall conditioning of the scalp.

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