As the benefits of turmeric, which is not among the spices frequently used in our country, are known, its popularity is starting to increase. Turmeric has a wide variety of benefits. Dietician Neslihan Aktepe said that the strongest antioxidants in nature are found in the root of turmeric; He gave information about the benefits of this plant, which alone is worth a pharmacy store, and talked about how we should consume turmeric.
BENEFITS OF TURMERIC
Turmeric is an herb from the same family as ginger. It grows in tropical climates in southern Asia and is also known as Indian saffron. Curcumin, one of the most powerful antioxidants in nature, which is in the composition of curry and gives it its dominant yellow color, belongs to the root of turmeric.
- It is used to support diabetes treatment.
- It helps in the prevention and treatment of obesity.
- It has antioxidant and anticarcinogenic properties.
- It helps prevent cataract formation.
- It prevents blood clotting and plaque formation in the arteries.
- It prevents cells from being damaged.
- It has the ability to strengthen the brain against degenerative diseases.
- It is good for allergies.
- It is effective in preventing asthma.
- Provides support in the treatment of Alzheimer’s and depression.
- Relieves bone and knee pain.
- It protects the nervous system.
- Protects the liver, removes toxins from the body.
HOW TO CONSUME TURMERIC?
Mixing turmeric + coriander + cumin trio helps you reduce salt consumption.
You can add turmeric as a powder to juicy meat and vegetable dishes, soups, rice, omelets and salads.
PROVIDES EFFECTIVE RESULTS FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT
According to experts, turmeric, which protects from obesity, gives happiness because it is a source of serotonin. Specialist Dr. Yegane Özcan, stating that people with overweight problems can consume turmeric with peace of mind, said, “Thanks to the serotonin contained in turmeric, you will be happy while losing weight and you will not get depressed.”
Homeopath and Phytotherapy Specialist Dr. Yegane Özcan stated that according to a study conducted in Germany, turmeric is good for obese patients and helps to lose weight, and talked about the effects of turmeric in weight loss.
People with overweight problems can safely use turmeric. Turmeric contains the happiness hormone ‘serotonin’. So while you lose weight with turmeric, you will also be happy and not depressed.
Turmeric is also used as a supplement for depression disorders. It gives happiness, a miraculous plant. It helps to lose weight happily without getting depressed.
Those who want to lose weight should add a teaspoon of ginger, cinnamon and a teaspoon of turmeric to 200 grams of strained village yogurt every evening for 3 weeks, mix and wait for 5 minutes, then consume it.
This mixture gives a feeling of satiety the next day, accelerates metabolism and helps to sleep comfortably. So you continue to lose weight while you sleep.
Turmeric can also be consumed raw, but it is more absorbed if consumed in cooked form.
Besides turmeric, there are some spices that will increase its absorption; If it is added to the meals with spices such as black pepper and ginger, its absorption reaches up to one hundred percent.