Hello and welcome back, let us talk about something else which is natural, with no side effects and full of nature's bounty and light !
In my view ( and not only) turmeric is another wonderful and effective nutritional supplement and many high quality studies show that it has major benefits for your body and brain.
And btw Curcumin is the active ingredient in turmeric. Below few health benefits of turmeric :
It has been proven effective in treating: arthritis, cancer, Alzheimer's, diabetes, MS, atherosclerosis, HIV/AIDS, STD's, indigestion, inflammation, acne, urinary tract infections, kidney infections, gallstones, anemia, hemorrhoids, liver disease, gonorrhea, edema, bronchitis, common cold, headaches, conjunctivitis, bursitis, food poisoning, parasites, fever, diarrhea, poor circulation, back and abdominal pain.
As an antioxidant curcumin is able to neutralize free radicals and this is important in many diseases, such as arthritis where free radicals are responsible for the painful joint inflammation and eventual damage to the joints.
Turmeric's combination of antioxidant, antiseptic and anti inflammatory effects explains why many people with joint diseases like arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, osteoarthritis, injuries, trauma and stiffness find relief when they take turmeric regularly.
Curcumin is already known to diminish arthritic pain which is also an inflammatory disease. It does so by inhibiting cytokines that are pro-inflammatory proteins.
Recommended curcumin dosage is 400-600mg thrice daily to treat rheumatoid arthritis. This is also the normal recommended dosage for other conditions. You can also take turmeric supplements as cut root, dried powdered root, tincture or fluid extracts.
In a recent study of patients with rheumatoid arthritis, curcumin was compared to phenylbutazone and produced comparable improvements in shortened duration of morning stiffness, lengthened walking time, and reduced joint swelling.
- It is also helpful after surgery to decrease pain, inflammation and accelerate healing
- Turmeric also has a special action to purify and nourish the blood and skin. External application stops pain and swelling, heals wounds rapidly, and treats many skin diseases ranging from acne to leprosy
- Turmeric also protects the liver from toxins and pathogens. It is known to both destroy the toxins in the liver, and to rebuild the liver after a toxic attack.
- Traditionally, about 5 grams of Turmeric is taken with a glass of whey, morning and evening, for a month to activate and rebuild a liver
- Turmeric also has a special action to help the entire Gastro-Intestinal system by increasing intestinal flora and generate healthy digestion
- It is traditionally used for weak stomachs, poor digestion, dyspepsia, parasites, abdominal cramps, to normalize metabolism, to help digest protein and breakdown of fats, to increase absorption, and the ability of the stomach to withstand digestive acids
- Turmeric is also a carminative: it helps to decrease gas and distention.
I have taken my share of turmeric over the years, at first I took turmeric powder but I dislike the taste even though its was mixed with milk . ( but if you find the powder in your supermarket and you tolerate it go ahead, one teaspoon with milk/ water every morning).
So for me mixing it in milk didn't last for many days even if I knew I dearly needed turmeric. I waited until I could buy proper pills that were easy to swallow and had no taste involved.
If you decide to take turmeric do take daily and regularly to maximize its effects !!!
My feedback on turmeric? A good one, it does what its supposed to do and even more, you just need to give it the credit. If you discredit its capabilities and you already 'know' its not gonna work, trust your feelings and don't buy it ! Don't give it a chance ! We all know the power of the mind and repetitive thinking so if you are not prepared to be amazed and you are in your little circle where only allopathic medicine works stay there its Okay.
A short story as an example - My good friend D has arthritis for few years now and a pretty bad one. He's been through all the treatments available in her home country, none worked or they improved his situation only for a short amount of time. His mind frame is a negative one and he was always waiting to see if the treatment worked and he was constantly complaining even from the first days that it didn't work. And he was right. He worked on his failure diligently.
My suggestion is be open and try to be aware of your thoughts. Be positive and try to see good outcomes and let the nature amaze you.
Vrg
Please Do not interrupt ever your medication, especially prednisolone as this can be extremely dangerous. Turmeric can be taken in parallel to your normal medicines. Before starting turmeric take advice from your doctor !
Health is attained step by step. With mindfulness.
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