When it comes to nutritional value, some foods are just superior. Turmeric is – without a doubt – one of those premium foods that has a long list of benefits, many of them backed by science. This bright yellow-orange spice that comes from the turmeric root owes much of its effectiveness and potency to its most active compound curcumin.
Here are 5 proven health benefits of turmeric.
1 - Helps lower risk of heart disease
While heart disease is a complicated ailment with various contributing factors, studies have proven[1] that turmeric can help by improving the lining of your blood vessels (also known as your endothelium). This is important because your endothelium’s inability to regulate clotting and blood pressure is a major contributor to heart disease.
2 - Helps prevent cancer
Cancer is a major lifestyle disease. But thankfully, multiple studies have shown that turmeric can be beneficial in the treatment of certain cancers. In one particular study[2], it was found to impact the growth, development, and spread of the disease.
3 - Boost the immune system
One of the more well-known benefits of turmeric is its ability to boost the immune system. As an antiviral, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial, it is able to reduce inflammation and strengthen the immune system[3] which supports the body in warding off illness.
4 - Helps with digestion
Turmeric is a prebiotic - a food compound that induces the growth of beneficial microorganisms to help with digestion.
5 - Helps lower cholesterol
A healthy cholesterol level can help ward off conditions like stroke and heart disease. Turmeric can be helpful with this as one particular study[4] found that turmeric is effective in lowering LDL cholesterol.
Adding turmeric to your diet
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[2] Curcumin and cancer: an "old-age" disease with an "age-old" solution