Learn more about Turmeric!
Introduction:
Turmeric is a perennial herb originated in India and member of the Ginger family. This herb is one of the derivatives of the rhizome of the plant, which is dried out ahead of the valuable pulverized form can be acquired. It requires a relatively precise temperature and atmosphere to flourish, so it is not extensively cultivated all over the world but is exported due to its popularity.
Health Benefits:
Skin Care
Turmeric helps to keep your skin healthy by preventing the growth of pimple-causing bacteria and plummeting the oil emission by the sebaceous glands. The continuous application of turmeric clears acne scars, which makes your skin healthy, perfect and gleaming. Turmeric has its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties which speed up the curing of a cut and appease skin irritation.
Turmeric rich in Antioxidants
There is an antioxidant agent present in Turmeric that assists in cosmetic and medicinal benefits.
Weight Loss
Turmeric helps to speed up the metabolism rate and human body burn a momentous number of calories, leading to weight loss. With the help of Curcumin antioxidant agent, Turmeric can be a perfect weight-loss supplement as it reduces LDL cholesterol levels.
Improves brain function
Curcumin Boosts Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor, BDNF is a type of growth hormone that functions in your brain
Prevention of Blood Clots
Turmeric powder is an extremely dominant blood thinner due to the occurrence of curcumin antioxidant agent in it. This anticoagulant prevents blood clotting by clumping the platelets close collectively.
Active Constituents (per 100g):
Energy: 312 Kcal
Protein: 9.68 grams
Fat: 3.25 grams
Sugars: 3.21 grams
Sodium: 27 mg
Calcium: 168 mg
Iron: 55 mg
Magnesium: 208 mg
Potassium: 2080 mg
Vitamin B6: 0.11 mg
Best Way To Eat:
Turmeric is mixed to smoothies as it provides an exceptionally sweet taste along with health benefits. Warm milk assorted with a teaspoon of the herb provides reprieve from fever, cold, and acts as an exceptional usual sedative. Combine 1 teaspoon of turmeric with warm water to make the tea which offers health benefits and also aid in ensuring glowing skin. You can also add turmeric powder to your curries, add it to rice, or even your scrambled eggs.
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