It is not for nothing that turmeric is called the spice of kings. Its homeland is South-East India. Even in ancient times, people noticed its medicinal properties. And realizing what a wonderful plant it was, they immediately replaced expensive saffron with it.
Useful properties of turmeric
This is a unique plant. Its roots contain the active ingredient curcumin, which has a wide range of uses. It treats osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. It is used for inflammation of the mucous membranes of the stomach. It is indispensable for colds, as it not only raises the immune system, but also copes with inflammation. A natural antioxidant that reduces pain, protects the joints, increases their mobility.
It also gives dishes an amazing yellow color. If you add it to every dish you cook, even in the first, even in the second, even in the compote, you can provide yourself with the necessary amount of phosphorus, iron, iodine, calcium, B vitamins, and essential oils.
Who shouldn’t eat turmeric
There are practically no contraindications to the use of curcumin. Unless the person is allergic, and he has a specific reaction to this product. But the bulk of humanity is not threatened by the use of curcumin.
How to take turmeric properly.
The fact is that simply buying the spice on the market and adding it to your diet, you will get very little benefit. Because it is assimilated poorly, it is completely insoluble in water. Therefore it is better to use the pharmacy version – an extract. It is sold without a prescription.
So how can we make sure that all the curcumin that we consume will stay in our body? There are three golden rules, which should be strictly followed.
- Curcumin likes fats. Add a little oil and that is the first step to easy digestion of the product.
- heat. It is enough to warm up a drink with turmeric, and it will become many times more useful.
And, finally, the most important rule. This spice must be activated. The activator in this case is the usual black pepper. It enhances the effect of curcumin by 2000 times.
Medical Uses of Curcuma
Curcumin is an excellent free radical scavenger. That’s why it is most often used to fight cancer. It not only works as a natural antibiotic, but also reduces the harmful effects of chemotherapy on the body.
Turmeric is used for diseases such as multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease. Needless to say, this spice has anti-inflammatory properties and cures almost all organs. At the same time, it removes toxins from the body.
How to use turmeric in cooking
You can add the spice to almost all dishes. It makes the taste richer, revealing all the flavors and aromas. Excellent for pilaf, soup, and all kinds of pastries. As well as vegetables, sauces, omelets and much more.
Several recipes for medicinal drinks with turmeric
Below I offer a small list of turmeric drinks with medicinal properties.
Ginger and lemon drink with turmeric
We will need one-quarter spoon each of ground ginger and turmeric and the juice of half a lemon. Boil a glass of water, add turmeric and ginger, and then lemon juice to taste. If it is too sour, you can flavor it with a spoonful of honey.
Anti-Cold Tea with Turmeric
Take 1 liter of water, put it on the fire. When it boils, add 1 teaspoon of turmeric and make a five-minute boil. Then add a pinch of black pepper and any other ingredients to taste. It can be honey, lemon, grated piece of ginger. Drink it hot.
“Golden Milk”.
And finally, a recipe for a unique drink that has such an interesting name. It is a drink of Ayurveda, when consumed regularly, it prolongs youth, slows the aging process. It helps to cope with illness and just a bad mood. It is usually drunk on an empty stomach. You can drink it in the morning, or you can drink it in the evening. We will need:
– 250 ml of milk.
– 50 ml water
– 5 ml of coconut oil
– 5 grams of turmeric
– 5 grams honey
Boil water, add turmeric and simmer for 5 minutes. Add milk and butter and keep on the heat for another 5 minutes. At the end add honey.
This drink can be kept in the refrigerator and drunk as needed.
This wonderful product has been known to people for a long time, it is not expensive and has a lot of useful properties. Make it a rule to consume a little turmeric every day. It will save you from many illnesses.
