Reap the Health Benefits of Turmeric
Mar 08, 2010 by Bill Rawls, M.D.
Turmeric is a key ingredient found in many South Asian dishes, especially curries. It is known for the bright beautiful color and warm flavor that it brings to the table. But few people realize what powerful health benefits turmeric offers.
Turmeric is thought to reduce the incidence of certain cancers along with reducing inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract and reducing risk of mental decline. Curcumin, considered the most bioactive and soothing portion of the herb tumeric, shows protective effects on the liver. It also inhibits the COX-II enzyme and is a powerful antioxidant.
When taken alone, curcumin has very poor absorption, however black pepper has been found to increase absorption of curcumin by a factor of 1000! Interestingly, traditional Indian curry dishes contain black pepper. Our recommended turmeric supplement by Source Naturals contains a non-irritating black pepper extract, which can also increase absorption of related compounds found in other supplements. The Bioperine® contained in this supplement enhances the bioavailability of curcumin by a factor of 1000. At $9.75 per bottle of 50 tablets, this is definitely a supplement for the everyday lineup! Turmeric offers a different kind of protection than other antioxidants and is very safe to add to any nutraceutical regimen. Click here to view this supplement on the First Do No Harm website.
Click here to view a delicious recipe for Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower. YUM!
Categories: Disease Prevention, Everyday Supplements,
Tags(s): Antioxidants, Cancer, Turmeric, Inflammation,
