Turmeric is an amazing anti-oxidant for your body and prevents the damage from the free radicals. It helps all the cells to be healthy of the entire body. Free radicals can damage the cell membrane and also can cause DNA damage. Herbs have the dense nutrients and low in calories while dense in vitamins and minerals. Turmeric has an active ingredient curcumin which has all the benefits of these herb.
Turmeric-curcumin has been used in India in Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. Curcumin is the most beneficial component of turmeric. It boosts immune system and has amazing benefits:
Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, antibacterial, antiviral, and antiseptic. It is used topically to heal sores and wounds. It also helps in skin conditions like eczema, shingles, chicken pox, allergy and scabies.
Tumeric has phytochemicals which can help in cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, arthritis and diabetes.
Turmeric is used in religious and wedding ceremonies. Turmeric paste is used to soften the skin of the bride and groom prior to the wedding.
Turmeric is used in cooking in Indian dishes and gives the distinct color to the food. Turmeric is present in the curry powder.