You may be wondering what turmeric is and how it can benefit your health. This traditional Indian and Asian spice has long been used to give flavor and color to many dishes, but, due to its main component, curcumin, it also has amazing abilities that may help treat and prevent common diseases and ailments. Curcumin is a naturally occurring antioxidant found in turmeric, and it is the key to turmeric’s healing power.
Exactly what health issues can turmeric prevent or reverse? Here are the most common effects of regular turmeric consumption:
Anti-Inflammatory Properties- Curcumin’s anti-inflammatory properties are beneficial for a host of diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, arthritis, and pancreatitis. Its ability to reduce inflammation is equal to and possibly more powerful than that of NSAIDs like ibuprofen and aspirin.
Heart Disease Prevention- Studies of curcumin’s effect on the endothelial membrane, the thin membrane that covers the inside of the heart and blood vessels and regulates blood pressure, show that it improves the function of this membrane and helps protect the heart against loss of function due to age.
Cancer Prevention- By interfering with the formation of cancerous cells in all stages of the cell cycle, disrupting cell signaling pathways, and destroying cancerous cells, curcumin can play a significant role in preventing, and possibly treating, cancer.
Osteoarthritis/Rheumatoid Arthritis Relief- With regular doses of curcumin or medications containing curcumin, many study participants have realized a dramatic reduction in joint stiffness, pain, and swelling and a significant increase in their ability to move and function on a daily basis.
Diabetes Prevention- Studies in mice have shown that curcumin effectively reduces blood sugar and increases plasma insulin. Its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties could be key in controlling factors like insulin resistance, high blood sugar, and hyperlipidemia, which can all lead to the development of diabetes.
Alzheimer's Prevention and Depression Treatment - Low levels of BDNF, a protein found in brain and spinal cord nerve cells, is directly associated with the development of Alzheimer’s disease and depression. Turmeric increases BDNF, helping to maintain the healthy, high functioning nerve cells essential for retaining and recalling information, and it has also been shown to significantly lessen depression symptoms.
Clearly, turmeric is a beneficial substance that can better our health in many ways and keep us from becoming sick. The most beneficial way to experience the powers of turmeric is to consume fresh turmeric root because it is easily broken down by the body and enters the bloodstream quickly. At What’s Juicin’ we only use raw, organic ingredients, including the turmeric found in many of our products, because our goal is to maximize the effectiveness of each of our ingredients and provide our customers the highest quality juice around. We offer a variety of juices that include this amazing ingredient, so take a look at our full menu. We’re sure you’ll find one you love!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.