Milled turmeric

'Curcumin has been shown to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and anticancer activity. Therefore it has a potential against various diseases such as diabetes, allergies, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, and other chronic diseases', according to an article published in Advanced Experimental Medical Biology, in 2007.

The queen of spices offers many health benefits and includes healthy nutrients such as: protein, dietary fiber, niacin, vitamins C, E and K, sodium, potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and zinc. Curcumin inhibits the growth of skin cancer, melanoma and breast cancer, according to studies by the University of Texas.

Turmeric caused a 58% decrease in pain and stiffness in patients with knee osteoarthritis, according to a study in Italy. They even showed a 300% improvement in their emotional well-being

Turmeric is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Turmeric used in curries consumed daily in India may account for the low rate of Alzheimer's disease in that country, according to epidemiologists.

Epidemiologists say

Tags: Spices, Spice, Ground turmeric