Turmeric is known in our country by names such as Indian saffron, saffron root, yellow dye, turmeric. It has an aromatic, pepper-like, slightly spicy, burning and bitter taste. Its root structure is similar to ginger. It has been used as a spice for 3000 years.
The active ingredient of turmeric, curcumin, is the substance that gives the bright yellow color to curry, an Indian ingredient, and provides the health benefits of turmeric and turmeric extract.
It is also in the world of nutrition science. It is an important source of iron and manganese, which is frequently talked about and extensively researched. It contains dietary fiber and potassium.
AWESOME BENEFITS OF TURMERIC
• It facilitates digestion.
• It strengthens immunity.
• It prevents the formation of edema and ensures the resolution of existing edema.
• Curcumin contained in turmeric has properties that protect the body against cancer and prevent the proliferation of tumor cells. • Turmeric, which is a source of vitamin B6, can reduce homocysteine levels in the body, which causes blockage in the vessels. It cleanses the body due to its effect.
• Turmeric helps eliminate the feeling of fullness in the gastrointestinal tract and gas problems that increase after meals.
• It is effective in digesting fatty foods due to its effect of increasing bile flow. It helps recovery after gallbladder removal surgery.
• It protects the heart by reducing the effect of cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke.
• It helps digestion by dissolving high-protein foods and prevents the growth of fatty tissue.
• Turmeric can be used in the treatment of joint and muscle inflammations and carpal tunnel syndrome.
• There are current results that curcumin found in turmeric may be useful in the prevention and treatment of osteopenia, a condition in which bones tend to weaken and lose density.
• In a study. It has been shown that it can significantly reduce the damage caused by smoking.
How can we consume it?
• It can be added to salads and meals in powder form.
• It can be made into tea.
• Water + honey + lemon + turmeric.
• It can be added to boiled eggs and omelettes.
• It can be added to soups.
• It can be used as a sauce in vegetable dishes such as cauliflower, cabbage, onion, leek, green beans, red pepper, celery, broccoli and boiled vegetables.
• It can be used up to 1 teaspoon per day.
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