Turmeric, whose homeland is India, is also known as Indian saffron. Curcumin is the active ingredient that gives turmeric its yellow color. Curcumin is one of the most powerful healing herbal substances found in nature. We can say that turmeric is a more attenuated version of curcumin, suitable for culinary
use.
Although turmeric has high nutritional value,
it is not soluble in water, so its absorption in the body is very low. For this reason, there are various methods
to increase absorption while consuming it.
*Let's prefer fresh ones, not powdered ones.
Let's say,
Fresh turmeric has an oil-soluble structure and approximately 6-9% of it is essential oil. The oil increases the absorption of curcumin. Therefore, the best thing to do is to consume turmeric with fatty foods.
*Let's consume turmeric with black pepper,
Piperine, the active ingredient in black pepper, increases the absorption of turmeric by an average of 20 times.
In summary; To increase the effectiveness of turmeric; Mix 1 teaspoon of black pepper + 1.5 teaspoons of turmeric and 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
✦ Omelette
✦ Rice pilaf
✦ Vegetables, lentils or chicken soup
✦ You can add it to yoghurt..
Can everyone consume turmeric easily?
No, because this is a very individual situation.
! Those who have gallstones or have had a cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal), ! Those suffering from bleeding disorders,
! Those with dyspepsia and hyperacidity, as it may lower the pH of the stomach! Hypotensives (those with low blood pressure), as it can lower blood pressure!
! Those at risk of kidney stones, as the oxalate in turmeric can combine with calcium to form calcium oxalate stones,
! Those who have an allergic body,
! Men at risk of infertility because it may reduce testosterone amount and sperm motility,
One should be a little more careful about consuming turmeric and it should not be consumed without consulting an expert.
Turmeric is a food with a very high beneficial content, but unfortunately, unlike any other food, turmeric does not have a miraculous effect. The important thing in nutrition is portion control and balance.
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