Turmeric – Curcuma longa

A bitter astringent herb that stimulates the uterus the digestive circulatory and respiratory system lowers cholesterol levels Tumeric has an antibiotic, anti-inflammatory and anti-coagulant effect. Commonly used for conditions involving pain and inflammation such as osteoarthritis. It may also be used for: digestive complaints, circulation, uterine tumours, jaundice, liver disease, menstrual problems, inflammatory bowel disease The key compounds in turmeric are called curcuminoids. Curcumin itself is the most active ingredient and appears to be the most important. Curcumin has several advantages to health. It’s a strong antioxidant and has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Black Pepper should be used in combination with Turmeric::. the Piperine in Black Pepper boost the absorption of the Curcumin in Turmeric which mean that the combination of Curcumin in turmeric and piperine in black pepper have been shown to improve health due to their anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and disease-fighting qualities. One study even showed that curcumin and piperine, both separately and in combination, interrupted the self-renewal process of breast stem cells. This is important, as this process is where breast cancer originates Other uses: Can be used in cooking: curries and curry powder. A natural food colouring: turmeric’s color pigments are extremely powerful, which means they can easily stain many materials, such as teeth, clothes, and countertops.