By Xavier Decup
For those with joints pain, arthritis, arthrosis or
digestive problems, you may want to try adding turmeric to your diet. The
turmeric is a small ginger-like root we often use in powdered for, most
commonly in curries. It has a distinctive bright yellow colour. It has been
used by lots of civilisations for medicinal treatment over the centuries. The
principal component is curcumin which is a powerful anti-oxidant and
anti-inflammatory. Traditionally it is used to stimulate digestion and protect
the digestive system, liver, bowels and stomach.
New research has shown that turmeric could protect and
help the liver against inflammatory disease like chronic hepatitis for example
(However people who have gall bladder problems or gall stones must avoid it).
Researchers are also trying to measure how turmeric is involved in protecting
the body against some cancers.
Scientists are interested in curcumin because of its
anti-inflammatory role. Some trials have shown that taking turmeric or curcumin
may be beneficial for patients who suffer from joints pain such as arthritis
and arthrosis. It enhances the functioning of the cell membrane and decreases
the formation of inflammatory molecules. Added to an anti-inflammatory drugs,
it could reduce their side-effects and help to protect the stomach. There are
some who need to check with their GP before including turmeric in their diet.
This includes diabetics and those taking anti-coagulants or anti-acid stomach
medications. So why not try including it in a good diet, exercise and good
posture to help maintain joints and ease digestive troubles.
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