Turmeric

 

Common names:

• Indian saffron
• Curcuma

 

Essential components:

• Curcumin 

 

Properties:

• Anti-inflammatory
• Anti-cancer
• Antioxidant

 

Summary:

• Turmeric is widely known as an essential spice for many dishes, but it has some powerful medicinal abilities as well. This herb has been traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory and researchers have recently found that Turmeric has anti-cancer effects.

 

Uses:

• Supplements
• Extracts
• Herbal tea
• Food
• Skincare

 

Precautions:

• Generally considered safe for prolonged consumption.