Turmeric is a natural wonder in the healing world and has been used since ancient times as a powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic and antidepressant. The main component in turmeric, curcumin, has phenomenal anti-cancer properties and is known to help suppress prostate, skin, colon, mouth, esophagus, lung, stomach, pancreas, liver and breast cancers.
Turmeric is also a known blood purifier and helps soothe respiratory ailments , improve liver function, support the circulatory system, regulate the menstrual cycle, prevent cognitive diseases such as Alzheimer's, and treat gastrointestinal disorders. Turmeric increases blood supply to areas of the body that need increased circulation, making it ideal for those who have chronic histamine reactions or toxic blood due to a stagnant liver or poor circulation. Turmeric significantly reduces inflammation due to arthritis and other autoimmune diseases such as lupus, irritable bowel syndrome , fibromyalgia , etc.
It is useful in myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and undiagnosed encephalitis, which can lead to mysterious pressure in the head, vertigo , deep headache and blurred vision (which cannot be corrected with glasses), confusion , severe anxiety and panic.
Turmeric also helps the body digest proteins and fats and regulate blood sugar in diabetics. The high manganese content in turmeric, combined with curcumin, make it great for the cardiovascular system – it lowers bad cholesterol and raises good cholesterol . Turmeric's antioxidant properties have a beneficial anti-aging effect, and its antifungal, antibacterial and antimicrobial properties help heal skin wounds and abrasions, as well as inflammatory skin irritations such as psoriasis and eczema.
Method of use:
Turmeric can be freshly juiced with other ingredients, grated over salads or steamed vegetables, or added to any recipe you like. It is also wonderful as an addition to the healing broth from the Healer Medium . You can get more intense benefits from turmeric and as a dietary supplement curcumin with turmeric . Turmeric is available in the form of powder , capsules , tincture, tea, spice and/or ointment.
If you're dealing with a bad runny nose, cough, sore throat, cold, flu and/or sinus problems , try squeezing fresh turmeric and ginger together to make a small dose of concentrated serum – see the recipe for Turmeric Ginger Shots of the Healing Medium . Sip in small sips periodically throughout the day. The juice will act as an expectorant and help speed up the healing process.
Adding turmeric to your diet will benefit your entire body and is one of the best things you can do for prevention, recovery and longevity.
