• April 25, 2024

This time we will talk about the famous turmeric, belonging to the ginger family. The part that we use is the rhizome, that is the root.

It is good for Vata, Pitta and Kapha, and in excess can get to unbalance Vata and Pitta, so it is always good to consult a specialist before consuming herbs, do not forget the rule par excellence of Ayurveda: "everything is good, but not everything is good for everyone, or for long periods. "

Before beginning with turmeric I remind you that in ayurveda the qualities that we analyze in plants for consumption are the same as we observe in our body that are a manifestation of what happens outside, since depending on these is how we are going to use the herb in medicine.

As we remember the opposite property or quality is the solution to the problem, that is, if the quality is cold, I need heat to counteract it, and so with the 20 gunas or attributes of everything that exists in the universe. Turmeric is dry and light, with a pungent, bitter and astringent flavor, it is hot and the effect after having consumed it is spicy.

Some of the properties of turmeric

• Restorative digestive, carminative: it is a great ally in digestion, promotes absorption and metabolism.
• It helps counteract gas, heartburn, bloating, colic and diarrhea.
• Against candidiasis and worms.
• Protects the gastric mucosa against the effects of stress, stomach acids, decreasing the incidence of gastritis and ulcers.
• Alterative: helps cleanse the blood and therefore stimulates liver function and cleanses and protects the liver against damage caused by toxins. This results in a healthy and lustrous skin.
• In case of acne and psoriasis can be used directly on the skin as a poultice.

What are the healthiest flavors?

It is excellent for strengthening the immune system, prevents colds, burning and sore throat, cough and fever. It is anti-tumor because it is a powerful antioxidant. It favors the production of anticancer cells.

It is an excellent anti-inflammatory, either orally or in cataplasm in the affected area, which makes it excellent for the case of arthritis.

To use it as a preventive you only have to add it in your food as a condiment, in case of a diagnosis made by a specialist in Ayurveda, it will give you the indicated dose to take in capsules or powder according to the treatment.

Next I show you how to prepare the golden milk. This can be consumed every day before sleep instead of dinner and will help you tone the tissues of the body, mainly rasa (plasma), is an invigorating and sedative of the nervous system, so your sleep will be deep and refreshing. Besides that you will contribute to tone up your immune system, try it and you will see the benefits immediately. Ingredients

• 1 cup of cow's milk (if you do not consume dairy you can use any almond, coconut, soy, etc.)
• 1/8 teaspoon of turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon of ghee
• 1 pinch of nutmeg
• 1 pinch of freshly ground black pepper
• Honey to taste if you want to sweeten.

Preparation

1. Place the cup of milk in a pot to be boiled and add all the ingredients except honey.
2. When it boils remove from the heat and let cool a little to drink it.
3. In case you want to add the honey let it cool a bit. Remember that honey is never added to boiling preparations and much less should be cooked.

Always remember to consult an Ayurvedic specialist who tells you.

Because you read this ...

Ginger to calm arthritis pain

This is the effect of metformin on polycystic ovary

Medicines that gain weight, another reason for the extra kilos

Mediterranean diet, fat burning relaxing and eating

Video Medicine: What is Turmeric Good For? 10 Turmeric Health Benefits (April 2024).