What Does Turmeric Curcumin Do for Health?

Salad seasoned with turmeric.

A staple of Indian cuisine, turmeric is a yellow spice with a deep, earthy taste and some surprising health benefits. The active phytochemical in turmeric is curcumin, which provides the spice with its distinctive color and many of its healing properties.

Cancer

Turmeric has been shown to have beneficial effects on breast, colon, prostate, and skin cancers. It's believed the turmeric has a direct effect on cancer cells due to its antioxidant activity and its ability to prevent blood flow to the cells.

Stomach

For hundreds of years, turmeric has been used to treat stomach ailments in Indian culture. It can have soothing benefits for peptic ulcers, heartburn and general nausea.

Antiseptic

Turmeric has natural antiseptic properties and can be used to treat cuts, scrapes and burns.

Liver

A proven liver detoxifier, turmeric stimulates bile production and prevents the formation of gallstones.

Arthritis

Turmeric is known as a powerful anti-inflammatory. It can ease the symptoms of arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Alzheimer's Disease

Turmeric helps remove amyloid plaque from the brain, which may prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease.

References

• eNotAlone.com
• HealthDiaries.com
• NutritionWonderland.com