1. It is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, useful in
disinfecting cuts and burns.
2. When combined with cauliflower, it has shown to prevent
prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing prostate cancer.
3. Prevented breast cancer from spreading to the lungs in mice.
4. May prevent melanoma and cause existing melanoma cells to
commit suicide.
5. Reduces the risk of childhood leukemia.
6. Is a natural liver detoxifier.
7. May prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease by
removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.
8. May prevent metastases from occurring in many different forms
of cancer.
9. It is a potent natural anti-inflammatory that works as well as
many anti-inflammatory drugs but without the side effects.
10. Has shown promise in slowing the progression of multiple
sclerosis in mice.
11. Is a natural painkiller and cox-2 inhibitor.
12. May aid in fat metabolism and help in weight management.
13. Has long been used in Chinese medicine as a treatment for
depression.
14. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural
treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
15. Boosts the effects of chemo drug paclitaxel and reduces its
side effects.
16. Promising studies are underway on the effects of turmeric on
pancreatic cancer.
17. Studies are ongoing in the positive effects of turmeric on
multiple myeloma.
18. Has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in
tumors.
19. Speeds up wound healing and assists in remodeling of damaged
skin.
20. May help in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory
skin conditions.
Turmeric can be taken in powder or pill form. It is available in
pill form in most health food stores, usually in 250-500mg capsules.
Once you start using turmeric on a regular basis, it's fun to find new
ways to use it in recipes. My favorite way to use it is to add a pinch of it to
egg salad. It adds a nice flavor 