 |
|
Turmeric is classified as a spice plant that is used as herbal medicine to treat several diseases and is used as one of the kitchen spices. |
12 health problems that can be solved with turmeric herbs
Since the time of our ancestors, turmeric has been one of the mainstays for them because it has a myriad of benefits and is also used as a traditional herbal ingredient for herbal medicine and for kitchen spices in cooking certain menus.
The yellow color of turmeric and its cucurmin content has the ability to fight inflammation and is a natural antioxidant that is useful for warding off free radicals.
Turmeric is a spice that contains protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and various other nutrients that can help increase endurance.
This is the reason that our ancestors from ancient times have used this turmeric as herbal medicine.
The content of cucurmin contained in turmeric is the main active ingredient that has high benefits for the body and brain. This has been widely researched by experts that turmeric does have benefits for the body and brain.
Turmeric is used for spices that can give a yellow color to curry, yellow rice and other dishes that require a yellow color and distinctive aroma from turmeric.
The following nutritional content with a weight of 50 grams contained in fresh turmeric (source from Indonesian Food Composition Data):
- Energy = 3.45 calories
- Water = 42,45 grams
- Carbohydrate = 4,55 gram
- Fat = 1,35 gram
- Protein = 1 gram
- Fiber = 0,3 gram
- Potassium = 203,35 milligrams
- Phosphorus = 39 milligrams
- Calcium = 12 milligrams
- Iron = 1,65 milligram
- Vitamin C = 0,5 milligram
- Zink = 0,2 milligram
- Niacin = 0,2 milligram
- Thiamine (vitamin B1) = 0,015 milligram
- Riboflavin = 0,01 milligram
- Beta-carotene = 6 microgram
Health problems that can be overcome with turmeric
Turmeric does have a variety of nutritional content and compounds, of course it has its own benefits, if consumed in the correct dosage in order to get optimal benefits.
The following health problems can be overcome with turmeric:
1. Overcoming the impact of inflammation
The cucurmin content contained in turmeric can help fight external attacks due to inflammation or inflammation and can help repair damage to the body. This is because acute inflammation can attack the body's own tissues.
According to experts, chronic low-grade inflammation can lead to the risk of several health problems such as heart disease, cancer, metabolic syndrome, alzheimer's disease and various other degenerative conditions.
Therefore, anything that can help fight chronic inflammation is important to help prevent these health problems as well as to help treat them.
2. Curbs cancer cell growth
Uncontrolled cell growth is cancer. The content of cucurmin contained in turmeric has been studied by experts that cucurmin is a useful herb in cancer treatment.
The results of research on cucurmin have contributed to the death of cancer cells, reducing angiogenesis (the growth of new blood vessels in tumors) and reducing metastasis (cancer spread).
3. Overcoming dementia or alzheimer's
Alzheimer's disease is the largest contributor to 70% of dementia cases. This disease has no effective treatment to overcome it, therefore it is important to prevent it.
Inflammation and oxidative damage play a role in the occurrence of alzheimer's disease and this cucurmin content has a good impact on inflammation and oxidative damage.
A special feature of alzheimer's disease is the accumulation of tangled proteins called amyloid plaques and one study found that cucurmin can help clear these plaques.
4. Overcoming arthritis
The cucurmin content contained in turmeric is a strong anti-inflammatory compound that can help overcome arthritis problems. In various countries, arthritis is a common problem and mostly involves inflammation of the joints.
Well, cucurmin from turmeric can be one of the promising herbal medicine solutions to overcome the arthritis problem.
5. Overcoming depression
In a Phytotherapy Research study conducted by experts, cucurmin has almost the same benefits as antidepressants.
Depressive conditions are associated with decreased levels of BDNF and a shrinking hippocampus, which is an area of the brain that plays a role in learning and memory.
Well, cucurmin can help increase BDNF levels so that it can help overcome depression.
In addition, cucurmin can also increase the brain neurotransmitters serotonim and dopamine. Please note, that serotonin and dopamine are neurotransmitters or chemical messengers that function to regulate mood, memory, digestion and sleep.
6. Boosts the body's immune system
Turmeric contains antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and atibacterial compounds so that these compounds can help the immune system in fighting the influence of free radicals and preventing infection from various kinds of microbes that cause disease.
7. Relieves menstrual pain
Women will certainly experience the natural process of menstruation and turmeric is known as an herbal medicine that can overcome menstrual pain. This is because its cucurmin content can help reduce uterine muscle contractions during menstruation.
I often consume turmeric (kunir tamarind) herbs and are generally consumed by women who are experiencing menstruation or menstruation because this herbal drink can reduce pain during menstruation and help improve blood circulation.
Cucurmin can also help improve blood circulation and balance hormone levels so as to reduce the risk of irregular menstruation, acne and other hormonal balance disorders.
8. Relieves itchy itch
Itchy itching caused by medical conditions such as eczema or atopic dernatitis, chronic kidney disease, psoriasis, skin infections and others then turmeric can help overcome the itchy itch.
In order to get optimal results, turmeric can be mixed with black pepper extract water to make herbal drinks.
9. Helps overcome digestive problems
The content of cucurmin contained in turmeric is believed to increase the production of mucus or ledir which is useful for keeping the stomach lining from being damaged by the enzyme pepsin and stomach acid.
Therefore, cucurmin can help overcome digestive system disorders, relieve dyspepsia and reduce the risk of gastric ulcers.
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds from turmeric can help improve the performance of the digestive tract muscles. This condition can help relieve flatulence and irritable bowel syndrome.
In addition, cucurmin from turmeric extract can also help reduce the risk of damage to the liver caused by exposure to excess toxins. (source from “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine”).
10. Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease
The cucurmin content contained in turmeric will help protect the endotolium or blood vessel lining from damage.
This condition will help optimize the work of the heart in pumping blood throughout the body, thereby reducing the risk of cardiovasculardisease.
11. Helps lose weight
The compounds contained in turmeric are anti-inflammatory so that they can reduce the inflammatory response in body cells. This inflammatory condition of the body, one of which is triggered by obesity.
In addition, the antioxidant effect of turmeric can inhibit the process of adipocyte differentiation, namely body cells that function to store energy in the form of fat, so that it can help lose weight.
12. Controls blood sugar
By consuming turmeric in moderation, it will be able to improve the performance of the insulin hormone. This condition, will be able to help control blood sugar levels in diabetics.
The anti-inflammatory effect of turmeric will be able to help minimize the risk of developing inflammatory complications caused by diabetes.
Can turmeric be consumed every day?
Anything that is consumed in excess will definitely have a bad impact on the body. Therefore, it is recommended to consume only 490 grams of turmeric per day.
Side effects of consuming turmeric in excess include:
- Appears digestive system disorders including nausea, flatulence and diarrhea.
- Allergic reactions such as itchy skin, skin rashes.
- Headache appears
Turmeric can be consumed as herbal drinks and in the market there are also many turmeric that has been sold in the form of packaged drinks so that you just have to drink.
In addition, there are also those in the form of turmeric powder packaging that must be shredded first before drinking.
To consume homemade turmeric stew, it can usually be given additional natural ingredients such as lemon, honey, lime, ginger or coconut oil.
Thus our article about turmeric which has indeed been proven to be one of the traditional medicines that can help to overcome several diseases and to maintain a healthy body.
Hopefully it will be useful for you!
0 komentar