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Turmeric
 Turmeric
has been used traditionally by the Asian people to make curry for many
years. But until 30 years ago the rest of the world only regarded it as
a spice.
In the 1970's, researchers found it contained anti inflammatory
compounds called curcuminoids, the most important of these being Ccurcumin.
Curcumin is full of antioxidants which can help protect the body
from a wide range of age related ilnnes and degenerative diseases.
Antioxidants
are powerful preservatives, which helps explain why turmeric has long been
sprinkled on food to help retain its freshness.
As a natural anti inflammatory, turmeric is also useful for joint
problems like swelling and stiffness.
Curcumin is even considered a
standard anti-inflammatory medication in India. |
