What is turmeric?! Turmeric is a healing root with powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It contains curcumin which is an incredibly important component. It helps our bodies fight invaders and also has a role in repairing damage. Curcumin is so powerful that it matches the effectiveness of some anti-inflammatory drugs without the side effects! It also boosts the activity of your body’s own antioxidant enzymes and can neutralize free radicals due to its chemical structure.
Yes, turmeric is the bright yellow spice that is commonly added to curry powder to add flavor to food but also plays a huge role in digesting that food. This spice can contribute to healthy digestion as a result of its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, anti-viral properties. It’s used in Ayurvedic medicine as a digestive healing agent.
What are the health benefits?
Skin health - Turmeric is an effective treatment for a variety of skin conditions such as eczema, acne, photo aging, and psoriasis. Topical curcumin treatments may be useful in treating skin disorders, and should be relatively safe even in high doses.
Pain relief - It is thought of as a pain reliever and is also known to relieve arthritis pain.
Improves liver function - Because of its high antioxidant levels, turmeric has been proven to aid your liver from being damaged by toxins.
Anti aging - It has the ability to fight inflammation, protects your body against free radicals, and potentially delays brain degeneration and other age-related diseases. Turmeric and curcumin may be effective anti-aging when taken as a supplement.
I love juicing this powerful root. I definitely prefer the masticating juicer because it basically “chews” the fibers and breaks up the cells of the vegetables and fruits. This gives you more fiber, enzymes, vitamins and trace minerals which result in a richer, darker, more nutrient dense juice!
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