I am sure at this point you have heard of Turmeric and its endless healing benefits. Not only is Turmeric a superfood, but it is also one if not– the most potent Anti-inflammatory food that nature has to offer.
How do I know that?
Well, since I am fascinated with this spice which Indians have been using for centuries– I went on to do a little research to share with you.
Here is what I found:
Turmeric is an excellent source of both iron and manganese. It is also a good source of vitamin B6, dietary fiber, and potassium. Best of it all is that Turmeric has a whopping 1523 inflammation factor. (source)
Let’s learn some more about this amazing super spice and what it can do for you.
What is Turmeric and Why Is it Considered a Superfood?
Turmeric is a rhizomatously herbaceous perennial plant of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is native to tropical South Asia who has used it for centuries. It is a very powerful antioxidant that aids in clearing infections.
It is one of the best anti-inflammatory foods to prevent and reverse cardiovascular disease, balance cholesterol levels, treat serious states of depression — and even helps reverse the course of Type II Diabetes in pre-diabetic patients as a recent study conducted a the University of Ta.
Not convinced? In this article by the World Healthiest Foods the author describes in detail the unending benefits of this amazing spice. Here they are:
- Curcumin is a triple-negative breast cancer killer
- Turmeric Produces remarkable recovery in Alzheimer’s patients
- Curcumin Crosses the Blood-Brain Barrier, May Help Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease
- Lowers cholesterol and protect the cardiovascular system
- Improves Liver Function
- Reduce Risk of Childhood Leukemia
- Inhibits Cancer Cell Growth and Metastases
Top Vitamin and Mineral Benefits of Turmeric
Vitamins | Amount per Serving | Minerals | Amount Per serving/ DV% |
| Vitamin B6 | .1 mg 6% | Manganese | .5 mg 26 % |
| Vitamin C | 1.7 mg 3% | Iron | 2.8 mg 16% |
| Niacin | .3 mg 2% | Potassium | 170 mg 5% |
| Folate | 2.6 mcg 1% | Magnesium | 13.0 mg 3% |
| Choline | 3.3 mg | Phosphorus | 18.1mg 2% |
| Zin | .3 mg 2% |
I use this lovely spice in many of the meals I cook at the very end of the cooking process. That way I don’t destroy the benefits by cooking it too much. Also, one of my all-time favorites is my redeveloped Ancient Golden Paste.
I also add it to my smoothies and even soups. We prefer the raw version sold at whole foods (root) but when it isn’t available we get the powder organic turmeric. I have actually used it in some of my meals/recipes here.
Have you ever used Turmeric? I’d love to hear how you use it and how have you benefited from it.
References:
http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/groundbreaking-study-finds-turmeric-extract-superior-prozac-depression
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What an interesting post! I have read several things about Turmeric but never knew about its anti-inflammatory factor that is a lot.
I am buying some more to keep the stockpile intact. This is a must have at home.
Thanks healYOUnat for sharing good stuff. Bookmarked!
Ashley,
Thank you, happy to hear you found the article interesting. It is great to know that more of us introduce this amazing Asian spice to our family’s diets.
Astrid
Highly descriptive blog, I liked that bit.
Will there be a part 2?
Turmeric is definitely one of the healthiest and powerful drinks we can have!
Turmeric is one of the healthiest spices there are for sure. I love my ancient golden milk.