5 Powerful Benefits of Turmeric

By Chrissy Denton

For many years, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda medicine have been prescribing Turmeric as a medicinal spice. As we see the rise of many diseases and inflammation illnesses, this magical spice has become more important than before.

Turmeric is a powerful herb for helping fight diseases and reduce inflammation in the body.

Turmeric comes from the Curcuma longa plant and is commonly grown in India and Southeast Asia. This bright yellow spice contains the active ingredient Curcumin, which provides many health benefits and healing powers. Most commonly you will see it used in Indian curries and more recently in the trendy new turmeric lattes.

So why is this beautiful, golden spice so powerful?

Here are a few of the key benefits we can receive from food doses of turmeric.

1. Powerful antioxidant

Curcumin (active ingredient) can neutralize free radicals and also boosts the activity of the body’s own antioxidant enzymes. Therefore, giving it a double action effect.

2. Natural anti-inflammatory effects

A small amount of inflammation is essential for helping keep the body alive, however long-term inflammation can become a problem and contribute to a list of chronic diseases.

Curcumin helps the body to fight foreign invaders and fight inflammation at the molecular level. The powerful spice has been shown to match the effectiveness of anti-inflammatory drugs (but without the side effects) and also repair any damage done.

3. Improved brain function and reduce risk of Alzheimer’s

Many diseases have been linked to the reduction in levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BNDF) which is a grown hormone that functions in the brain. Curcumin can increase brain levels of BNDF which helps reduce degenerative brain diseases as well as improve memory and help make you smarter. Win win!

4. Reduce risk of heart disease

Studies have shown that curcumin can lead to improvements in endothelial function which is important in regulating blood pressure and blood clotting in the heart. Along with a reduction in inflammation and an antioxidant, this trio is a big one for reducing the #1 cause of death in the world.

5. An effective anti-depressant

As mentioned above, curcumin increases the amounts of BNDF in the brain and has been shown to be as effective as Prozac in alleviating symptoms of depression.

Warm Golden Turmeric Latte Recipe 

Vegan , Vegetarian, paleo, gluten free, dairy free, sugar free

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp Jomeis Turmeric Latte mix
• 300ml almond or plant-based milk you prefer
• Sprinkle cinnamon

Method: 

1. Place the almond milk Turmeric latte mix in a blender and blend until smooth and frothy

2. Warm up in a small pot and pour into a mug. Sprinkle over more cinnamon to serve and Enjoy!

Related Product: 

• Jomeis Fine Foods Turmeric Latte
• Minor Figures Oat Milk

Other Recommended Product: 

• Organic Traditions Turmeric Powder 200g
• Nutra Org Chicken Bone Broth-Turmeric [Keto-friendly]
• Nutra Org Beef Bone Broth - Turmeric [Keto-friendly]