Turmeric has been making headlines lately as an important addition to a healthy diet. It is now being featured more often in smoothies, juices, and even lattes! Although turmeric has been prevalent in Indian cuisine for centuries its benefits are now being seen and embraced by Western medicine.
Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin. Curcumin is special because it targets a multitude of biochemical pathways in the body, leading to a variety of different effects when it is consumed. Most prescription drugs dont have the ability to affect multiple pathways, which makes the properties of turmeric extra valuable as it can solve a lot of issues all at once.
The big item is inflammation as it is the key component that is prevalent in almost all modern day health issues, and also linked to all other items on this list. Inflammation isnt just what you feel in aching joints, but it is the bodys basic response to working towards healing itself, from attacking viruses and bacteria to repairing damaged tissues and wounds. Any way to support your bodys ability to fight inflammation is a huge benefit to overall health and wellness.
Any Indian-style dish, such as curried vegetables over rice.
A healthy Turmeric Tea recipe.
Warm almond or coconut milk, with 1 teaspoon of maple syrup.