Benefits of Turmeric and Turmeric Recipes

Turmeric has a special place in kitchen cabinet. Ever since the rise of corona, turmeric has become an even more sought after ingredient and a compulsory addition in almost everything that one consumes.

Turmeric is one of the most important herbs used by ancient civilizations not just in foods but also as a natural remedy for various health conditions. Usage of turmeric finds mention in ancient siddha medical texts. Right from curing diseases to preserving foods and as a beauty product, turmeric has a versatile role to play. Now, turmeric milk and turmeric water are consumed to prevent corona attack.

Properties of Turmeric

Turmeric contains more than a hundred compounds out of which curcumin is the major contributor to the medicinal benefits of turmeric. The properties of turmeric include:

• Anti-inflammatory (reduces swelling and pain)
• Antimicrobial (destroys and prevents bacteria, virus and fungi)
• Antioxidant (prevents impacts caused to cells, proteins and DNA)
• Anticancer (prevents cancer)
• Antimutagenic (prevents impacts caused in DNA by radiation)

Health Benefits of Turmeric

Some of the important medicinal properties of turmeric include:

• Relieves cold and cough
• Aids in the cure of asthma and sinus conditions
• The pose strengthens digestion.
• Helps to reduce pain and swelling
• Strengthens the heart
• It is an effective yoga pose for immunity.
• Relieves pain post workout
• Heals wounds
• Helps to reduce excess fat
• Stimulates brain function
• Prevents occurrence of cancer
• Relieves menstrual pain
• Relieves joint pain and swelling
• Helps to cure skin conditions
• It relieves stress.

Beauty Benefits of Turmeric

Ancient wisdom has never been proved wrong. Turmeric was put to great use in ancient times to maintain healthy appearance. Given below are some of the important beauty benefits of turmeric. It is recommended to use organic turmeric powder.

• Enhances beauty
• Promotes youthful appearance
• Cures dark circles under the eyes
• Works as anti-wrinkle
• Protects skin from radiation

Turmeric Recipes

Our kitchen's indispensable herb turmeric can be used in ways more than one. Here are some of the simple and super healthy foods made with turmeric.

Turmeric Rice

You can't help but go for a second serving.

Ingredients

Cooked rice - 1/2 cup

Turmeric powder - 1 teaspoon, can be adjusted to taste

Onion, big-sized - 1

Cumin - 1/4 teaspoon

Cardamom - 1

Clove - 1

Ghee - as required

Salt - as required

Coriander leaves - two teaspoonfuls, chopped

Visit the below mentioned link for instructions:

https://www.whiskaffair.com/turmeric-rice-recipe/

You can add cashews and boiled peanuts to enhance nutritional value and flavor. You can also add some pepper powder.

Turmeric Tea

The most essential kitchen ingredient makes a tasty and healthy tea. Turmeric tea is also available in organic stores and various online platforms.

How to Make Turmeric Tea

• Add two glasses of water to a teapot and turn the heat on.
• Add a teaspoon of turmeric. Bring the water to boil.
• When the water starts to boil, simmer and heat for few more minutes.
• Turn off the heat when the volume decreases slightly. Filter the tea.
• Add honey or lemon juice to taste.

Benefits of Turmeric Tea

• Boosts immunity
• Reduces risk of occurrence of heart diseases
• Helps to reduce joint pain and swelling
• Helps to reduce risk of cancer
• Boosts brain power
• Helps to prevent brain conditions.