Healthy Living Blog — turmeric

Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women in the United States during their lifetime. It is important to watch for symptoms and take prevention steps. One of the most important prevention steps is regular screening. Studies also indicate that curcumin turmeric has great potential in preventing and treating cancer.

What is Turmeric? Turmeric is an edible root that comes from the turmeric plant. It is a very common ingredient found in the Asian diet and has been used in India for thousands of years for its flavor, coloring, and medicinal qualities. Turmeric is the spice that gives curry its yellow color and is used to color and flavor mustards, cheeses, and butter. Modern scientific research has shown turmeric has amazing health benefits including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The main active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin and it is the curcumin that offers the medicinal benefits. What are the benefits?...

Is curcumin turmeric only effective when combined with black pepper? Here are the answers you have been looking for... Benefits of Curcumin Curcumin, the main active compound found within turmeric is a very popular supplement. Packed full of healing anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it is used to: Support mind activity and mood balance Combat free radical damage to sensitive organs Decrease inflammation that triggers joint pain Improve digestive function and discomfort Support the immune system Help prevent cancer Difficulties in Receiving Curcumin Benefits When choosing to take curcumin as a supplement there are two hurdles to overcome. These are to increase the...

Curcumin supplements provide numerous health benefits, such as the prevention or treatment of heart disease, cancer, and Alzheimer's. It also has the potential to improve symptoms of arthritis or depression while also clearing skin conditions. Learn more about the Top 12 Health Benefits of Curcumin.