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Turmeric Curcuma longa L.

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fresh tumeric root
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Common Names
Turmeric , Curcuma, Indian saffron
Botanical Name
Curcuma longa L.
Family
ZINGIBERACEAE Ginger Family
Turmeric Medicinal Properties & Benefits
Common Uses: Abrasions/Cuts * Aches & Pains * Cancer Prevention * Candida/Yeast Infection * Cholesterol Control * ConcentrationMemory/Focus * Culinary * Eye care - Vision * General Health Tonics * Gout * Heart Tonics/Cordials * Lupus * Osteoarthritis * Rheumatoid Arthritis * Stop Smoking *
Properties: Anti-inflammatory* Analgesic* Antibacterial* Cardic tonic Cordial* Hepatic* COX-2 Inhibitor* Antifungal* Aromatic*
Parts Used: rhizome
Constituents:volatile oils(terpene, curcumen), starch, albumen (30%), colouring due chiefly to curcumin, potassium, vitamin c
Traditions:


Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory
arthritis pain reliever

Turmeric is a mild aromatic stimulant used in the manufacture of curry powders and mustards. In the same family as ginger, cardamom and zedoary. The curcumin in turmeric has recently been shown effective in the fight against breast cancer, Alzheimer's and arthritis. It is also recommended to ingest a small amount of turmeric everyday to help give your skin a healthy glow. While this Ayurvedic spice is a healthy addition to cooking, you will need to take turmeric in supplement form in order to reap the medicinal benefits. Turmeric is very reasonably priced, I buy a good quality grade of bulk turmeric powder, and make my own capsules to save money and ensure quality. Add black pepper, or dried ginger to help activate turmeric or choose supplements that include it.

New studies of turmeric also suggest it can be a powerful aid in the fight against obesity. Curcumin, a compound in turmeric, has a remarkable potential to limit the growth of fatty tissue, when supplementing a high fat diet. This is great news for food lovers, as this healthy and inexpensive spice is also great for cooking. To get the weight loss benefits, however, you may want to supplement your diet with turmeric in capsule form, to be sure to get enough.


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Certified Organic Turmeric root capsules
Turmeric root capsules(Curcuma longa) 475mg/100 capsules
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Certified Organic Turmeric oil (solvent extracted)
Turmeric oil (solvent extracted)(Curcuma longa) Origin- India Method of Cultivation- Cultivated Common Method Of Extraction: Solvent extracted Parts Used: ‘Cured” rhizome – boiled, cleaned and sun-dried Note Classification: Base Aroma: Fresh, spicy-woody
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Certified Organic Curry Spice Blend
Curry Spice Blend  The most prominent of the exotic spices; this blend invokes the passionate cooking of Indian cuisine and deeply enriches the epicurean experience.
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Contains the following ingredients: Organic Fenugreek, organic Coriander, organic Turmeric, organic Ginger, organic Cumin, organic Black Pepper, organic Cloves, organic Red Pepper, and organic spices.

Certified Organic West Indies Rub
West Indies RubAn intoxicating and alluring blend which has been popularized by traditional Caribbean and Jamaican dishes.
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Contains organic ingredients: Ginger, Fenugreek, Coriander, Turmeric, organic Mustard Seed, Black Pepper, Garlic, Sea Salt and organic spices.

Certified Organic Turmeric Root
Turmeric RootCurcuma longa Origin- India
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Side Effects:
People with hypoglycemia can use small amounts of turmeric in cooking, but should not take large amounts. The yellow color of turmeric can stain clothes and skin.
How to Use: Turmeric
Preparation Methods & Dosage :capsules, tinctures, cooking

remedyRemedies using : Turmeric

referencesTurmeric Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Abrasions/Cuts * Aches & Pains * Cancer Prevention * Candida/Yeast Infection * Cholesterol Control * ConcentrationMemory/Focus * Culinary * Eye care - Vision * General Health Tonics * Gout * Heart Tonics/Cordials * Lupus * Osteoarthritis * Rheumatoid Arthritis * Stop Smoking *
Tumeric for :Cataract prevention
Cataract prevention This spice is packed with antioxidants, especially the big three that have already been shown to prevent cataracts - vitamins A,C, and E. Curcumin, the main component turmeric, has also been shown to prevent cataracts in animals.

Linda B. White, M.D., The Herbal Drugstore (2003)

Tumeric for :Stop smoking, carcinogens
Stop smoking, carcinogens This bright yellow spice has been shown to help remove the carcinogens that smoking puts into your lungs.

Linda B. White, M.D., The Herbal Drugstore (2003)

Turmeric for :Arthritis, COX-2 inhibitor
Arthritis, COX-2 inhibitor The curcumin and curcuminoids in turmeric are first-rate arthritis-alleviating anti-inflammatories and fight inflammation much like COX-2 inhibitors.

James Duke, The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook (2000)

Turmeric for :Arthritis pain
Arthritis pain It's active ingredient, curmumin, inhibits the production of prostaglandins. Turmeric can be taken in food, or applied topically to the joint as a poultice to relieve pain

Linda B. White, M.D., The Herbal Drugstore (2003)

Turmeric for :Weight Loss, Fat Burner
Weight Loss, Fat Burner A new study published in the May, 2009 issue of The Journal of Nutrition concludes "Our findings suggest that dietary curcumin may have a potential benefit in preventing obesity." Curcumin, a constituent of turmeric, acts by preventing the formation of fatty tissue. The study was conducted on mice fed a high-fat diet (22%) supplemented with 500 mg curcumin/kg diet for 12 wk.

. Curcumin Inhibits Adipogenesis. (May 2009), Journal of Nutrition

Plant Description

Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887
Koehler's Medicinal-Plants 1887

A perennial plant native to India cultivated in China, Bengal and Java for it's rhizomes. It needs warm tropical temperatures and plenty of rainfall to thrive.

Ayurveda
Godofayurveda Fresh turmeric root looks a little like ginger, but inside it can be red or yellow. The red is called kunkum and is considered sacred in Ayurveda. Only the yellow root is used in cooking and medicinally. Turmeric is the best medicine in Ayurveda. It cures the whole person. Turmeric is pungent, bitter, astringent and heating and has a pungent vipaka. Turmeric can be used by all doshas. It may stimulate vata, but doesn't aggravate it (cause an imbalance). 1
Folklore, Myths and Legends
folkloreFor general protection from disease, carry turmeric root in your pocket, or tie it on a yellow silk thread around your neck
References:
  1. Ayurvedic Cooking for Self Healing(2006)Usha Lad & Dr. Vasant Lad

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