Benefits of
Tumeric
The Benefits of Tumeric Extract
India is the major producer of Turmeric. This
herb is large-leaved, very much similar to ginger. Tropical
climatic conditions favor the growth of this herb. The useful
part is the rounded, underground stems or rhizomes, which
constitute the spice of turmeric. Turmeric Extract is processed
from these underground stems only.
The benefits of Turmeric Extract have been
extolled throughout history. Turmeric has been used in both the
Traditional Indian (Ayurvedic) and Ancient Chinese Medicine
systems for many centuries.
Qualitative analyses of Turmeric Extract have
found it to possess some characteristics of antioxidant,
anti-inflammatory, anti-platelet, cholesterol - lowering
antibacterial and anti-fungal effects.
Turmeric Extract contains a mixture of powerful
antioxidant phytonutrients known as curcuminoids.
Further benefits of Turmeric Extract include
how it is also regarded as helpful for jaundice. Turmeric
Extract has some reputed benefits for the liver. Under
standardized conditions it has shown some potential liver
protection activities.
Curcumin, present in Turmeric Extract, is
believed to also be converted to a choleretic compound, perhaps
even caffeic acid. Turmeric Extract is a rich source of
Curcumin's having choleretic effects.
Historically Turmeric Extract was used in
treating liver and gallbladder disorders. Turmeric Extract is
thought to be helpful in facilitating the flow of bile from the
liver. Bile is used by human body to excrete fat-soluble
toxins. Like commercially available cynara extracts, Turmeric
Extract has also been shown to help support healthy cholesterol
levels.
Research by individual teams in different parts
of the world also confirm that Turmeric Extract might have the
capability to help prevent gallbladder problems.
Benefits of Tumeric also include some known
positive effects for glowing skin. Turmeric has been
recommended for skin care for many centuries.
Turmeric Extract is also being studied as an
anti-inflammatory, as a possible cancer inhibitor, and for
other potential health uses.
One study noted that the incidence of lukemia
is very low in countries where the people consume a lot of
tumeric in their daily diet. More study of this is needed
before drawing any conclusions but it certainly is an
interesting discovery.
Turmeric is also an anti-oxidant.
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Turmeric Extract and turmeric are used by humans as a food for
a very long time, and is believed to have marginal or no
toxicity at all in moderate doses.
If consumed in recommended amounts, Turmeric
Extract is generally safe. It has been used in large quantities
as a condiment and cooking ingredient with no side effects.
Physicians discourage the consumption of
Turmeric Extract during pregnancy or breastfeeding as it might
cause uterine contraction. Turmeric Extract should not be used
by people with gallstones or obstruction of bile passages
without consulting their doctor.
Total Balance is a daily health supplement that contains
680 mgs of tumeric. Not 50 mgs, and not 100 mgs but a
generous 680 mgs - so you gain the full benefits of tumeric.
This is a standardized herbal extract.
The Editors of this website have taken Total
Balance and the company's superb fish oil with wonderful
results.
As always, consult your physician and an experienced herbalist
before taking turmeric or any dietary supplement.
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Food and Drug Administration. Turmeric supplements are not
intended to diagnose, treat, cure, mitigate or prevent any
disease. All information here is intended for general knowledge
only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment
for specific medical conditions. You should seek prompt medical
care for any specific health issues and consult your physician
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