Benefits of TURMERIC

Benefits of TURMERIC

· It is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, useful in disinfecting cuts and burns.

· When combined with cauliflower, it has shown to prevent prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing prostate cancer.

· Reduces the risk of childhood leukemia.

· It is a natural liver detoxifier.

· Prevents and slows the progression of Alzheimer's disease by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.

· Prevents metastases from occurring in many different forms of cancer.

· It is a potent natural anti-inflammatory that works as well as many anti-inflammatory drugs but without the side effects.

· Has shown promise in slowing the progression of multiple sclerosis in mice.

· Is a natural painkiller and cox-2 inhibitor.

· May aid in fat metabolism and help in weight management.

· Has long been used in Chinese medicine as a treatment for depression.

· Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

· Boosts the effects of chemo drug paclitaxel and reduces its side effects.

· Promising studies are underway on the effects of turmeric on pancreatic cancer.

· Studies are ongoing in the positive effects of turmeric on multiple myeloma.

· Has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in tumors.

· Speeds up wound healing and assists in remodeling of damaged skin.

· May help in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.

· Turmeric can be taken in powder or pill form. It is available in pill form in most health food stores, usually in 250-500mg capsules.