Turmeric is a distant relative of ginger. It is used to prepare various spices and has many of the beneficial properties of this plant.
Turmeric has gained its fame for a long time. This plant grows in places with warm and humid climates. Turmeric has been observed to be a very beneficial herb and has some medicinal properties.
The beneficial and healing properties of turmeric
1. It is a natural antidepressant that calms the entire nervous system of a person and has a positive effect on his psyche.
2. In old age, it prevents the development of sclerosis and arthritis.
3. It is anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
4. Heals wounds from burns and cuts.
5. Improves metabolism in the human body.
6. Relieves itching and some other inflammatory processes on the skin.
7. Is a prophylactic agent for the formation of prostate cancer.
8. Perfectly counteracts diseases such as childhood leukemia.
9. Does not allow the growth of various cancerous tumors in the human body and reduces the level of metastases in cancer patients.
10. Helps cope with side effects after chemotherapy.
11. Cleans the liver and removes harmful substances from it.
12. Reduces cholesterol levels.
13. Reduces headaches.
14. Saturates the blood with oxygen and promotes the formation of red blood cells.
15. With ARVI, it helps to treat a sore throat and cope with a cough.
16. Helps lower blood sugar levels.
17. Improves the functioning of the digestive system and fights against constipation and heartburn.
All these beneficial properties are due to the fact that turmeric contains many trace elements and vitamins: iron, iodine, phosphorus, calcium, vitamins C, B, K, essential oils, curcumin, thiamine, and so on.
It is widely used in cooking and cosmetology. In addition to the preparation of various spices, the beneficial properties of turmeric root and oil made from this plant are also known.
Turmeric oil is used in perfume making as well as in aromatherapy. You can find turmeric root at your local drugstore. It is sold in powder, tablet and capsule form. Turmeric root is used in the manufacture of medicinal decoctions and infusions, and the powder is added to food as a seasoning.
Several popular recipes using turmeric
For burns: make a thick gruel out of it and add a little aloe juice. Such a remedy disinfects the wound and reduces pain.
For colds: 1 tsp. turmeric is dissolved in half a glass of hot milk. Drink on an empty stomach 2-3 times a day.
For angina: mix half a teaspoon of salt and turmeric. This mixture is poured with warm water and a sore throat is gargled. This remedy helps relieve pain and has a disinfectant effect.
