Guest guest Posted December 6, 2003 Report Share Posted December 6, 2003 Leah asked: What is Turmeric? I don't think I've ever heard of that. Where do you buy that? LeahTurmeric has antioxidant activity, and also has strong anti-inflammatory properties. It comes from the root of Curcuma longa, a leafy plant of the ginger family that grows in India. The root has tough brown skin and bright orange flesh. It has been used as a food flavor in curries, an ingredient in medicines and cosmetics, and as a natural colorant. Turmeric provides a number of health benefits, used in Asia to treat stomach and liver ailments. The curcumin in Turmeric inhibits prostaglandin production and stimulates the creation of cortisol, which relieves inflammation. In a 1991 study, arthritis sufferers who recieved curcumin showed a significant drop in pain and disability. Studies have also shown that turmeric reduces precancerous lesions and colon cancers. It can inhibit the proliferation of tumor cells, and has a potential as an anticancer agent. Dietary curcumin, from turmeric, significantly suppressed the colon tumor volume in test animals by about 57% (Cancer Res, 55 (2);259-66 Jan 15 1995) ******Note..I have been plagued by small benign tumors for the past 40 years, and have had them surgically removed on many occasions, and I am a 14 year cancer surviver. I have been taking turmeric for a few months now, for its anti-cancer properties, and the tumors are actually shrinking! In one case, one has completely dissappeared! ****** Turmeric is anti-viral as well. In March of 1993, researchers published a study that indicated curcurmin from turmeric as an ally in the treatment against HIV2. Turmeric may also slow down the progression of Alzheimer's. Rates of Alzheimers is bvery low among the elderly population in India...less than 1%, where turmeric is consumed on a daily basis. Turmeric has been used as a spice in Indian cooking for centuries. Turmeric stimulates the flow of bile, and helps digest fats. It has strong liver protective properties.If you are at risk of liver damage from pharmaceutical drugs, (including acetaminophen, ibuprofen or aspirin, alcohol, or environmental toxins, using turmeric may offer a degree of protection. Turmeric is a GRAF (generally recognized as safe). Side effects are rare. You can purchase turmeric in the spice section of your grocery store, (which has probably been irradiated), at a health food store, or purchase online. I get mine from www.herbalcom.com Their prices are fair, and shipping is quick. hope this helps! windflower New Photos - easier uploading and sharing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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