Turmeric is a native herb of India. It has been used medicinally for over 2,500 years, and recent researchers have been learning more about the health benefits of this amazing plant. Turmeric has long been known as a powerful anti-inflammatory, while recent studies have found that it can aid in the treatment of a wide variety of illnesses and conditions from liver congestion to menstrual cramps.
Turmeric contains a compound known as curcumin, which is one of the active medicinal components of the herb. It may be difficult to use Turmeric medicinally if you are only using it as a cooking spice, but fortunately there are many concentrated supplements available. It is also advisable to take Turmeric in combination with Black Pepper or Ginger, as these herbs help the body absorb Turmeric into the bloodstream. Black Pepper contains peperine, which is known to increase curcumin absorption by 2000%.
One of the oldest recognized benefits of Turmeric is as an anti-inflammatory. It is increasingly believed that chronic, low-level inflammation plays a large role in many Western diseases, including heart disease, Alzheimer’s and cancer. Turmeric reduces inflammation by lowering histamine levels and increasing the production of natural cortisone from the adrenal glands. In several studies, Turmeric has compared positively to pharmaceutical drugs.
Turmeric stimulates and supports liver function, and it is especially helpful in breaking down fatty foods. It is advisable to take a Turmeric supplement after eating a fatty meal, as it helps to decongest the liver and ease acid reflux and heartburn as well.
Turmeric has also been shown to have protective effects on the cardiovascular system. By improving the function of the blood vessels, along with its anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant benefits, Turmeric can help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, two major factors in heart disease.
Perhaps the most exciting and dramatic research on Turmeric is related to cancer. While studies have been done involving the ability of Turmeric supplements to inhibit the growth and spread of existing cancer cells, new studies show that Turmeric may be beneficial in the prevention of cancer.
Due to its multiple benefits on various systems in the body and its outstanding therapeutic properties, you should think about adding Turmeric to your medicine cabinet!
Do you carry supplement with tumeric and black pepper if not what mg. of both taken separate
We carry Turmeric Supreme by Gaia Herbs, which has black pepper included in the supplement. It’s an excellent choice, and we also recommend New Chapter’s Turmeric Force.