Thursday 24 February 2011

Turmeric

A bright yellow spice used in India for culinary purposes, Turmeric is much more than a mere condiment. Its medicinal properties have been propounded for ages by Ayurveda and our now being researched into. Obtained from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, Turmeric a highly potent medicine and has been extensively used in Indian and Chinese medicine to treat a variety of health conditions. An anti-inflammatory agent, turmeric is considered efficacious in the treatment of flatulence, liver inflammation, swollen gums and bruises. Turmeric is a popular remedy that reduces the recovery time for any sort of skin affliction and has the ability to fight free radicals, there by maintaining supple and smooth skin. Turmeric is known to have certain properties, which make it effective in the treatment of liver ailments.